Capital Planning Consultant; Engineer

Edison is a communication-focused engineering firm specializing in capital planning and condition assessment for existing buildings. Our work supports informed decision‑making for building owners, boards, and property managers through reserve fund studies, performance audits, and property condition assessments.

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We are seeking an Engineer or Certified Engineering Technologist to join our Capital Planning team in our Dundas office. In this role, you will support reserve fund studies, performance audits, and property condition assessments for existing buildings. Responsibilities include conducting on‑site building assessments, evaluating the condition and remaining service life of building components, and preparing clear, well‑supported capital plans that help clients make informed long‑term asset management decisions.

• Capital Planning: Compiling RFS, PCA, and PA reports; completing and overseeing site review, component and calculation review; managing projects at the highest standard of quality from proposal to completion; thorough understanding of building drawings and specifications; expected to enforce black and white interpretation of specifications during conciliation periods; understanding site conditions and identifying required restoration assessments or projects; experience interpreting condominium documents such as Declarations, By‑Laws, Shared Agreements and legal survey drawings;
  
  effectively managing team resources while adhering to the project budget and schedule targets; understanding of the Ontario Building Code, local Property Standards By‑laws, Tarion Construction Performance Guidelines, Condo Law and Tarion Warranties; involvement in restoration services including preliminary reviews and component condition assessments; developing repair options with cost estimates on straightforward projects.
• Project Excellence: Reviewing deliverables to ensure they comply with client objectives; responsibility for preparation of reports and contract administration; coordinating client and contractor relations for conflict resolution during conciliation periods; participating in discussions and devising ways of reaching objectives in the most economical way and meeting any unusual conditions affecting work progress.
• Client Management and Development: Strong client relationship management and development skills; following up on requests and driving projects to completion; answering emails immediately; representing the company with clients on an ongoing basis; continuously seeking feedback from clients and implementing suggestions.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Science, or Building Science; or Civil Engineering Technologist (CET).
• Experience with in the consulting sector working in multi‑residential building condition assessments, property condition assessments, condominium reserve fund studies, condominium performance audits, and/or capital planning.
• Experience working on capital planning/building condition assessment projects on a variety of building types e.g. multi‑residential (condominiums), community housing, municipal buildings, commercial offices, recreational facilities, etc.
• Strong expertise in preparing capital planning and Building/Property Conditions Assessment reports.

• Interpersonal Relations: Value the synergy of working with others. Show respect, confidence & a helping attitude. Team player. Willing to take unpopular stances when needed.
• Communication: Keep others appropriately informed. Show the ability to listen and understand; facilitate communication. Write & speak clearly, concisely with confidence.
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