Overview
DEI Consulting Engineers is a professional mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm providing services to architects and building owners in the building service industry since 1999. With a comprehensive list of completed projects ranging from residential, education, institutional, recreational, and commercial, DEI Consulting Engineers has the experience to provide full-service mechanical and electrical consulting for any development, building, or client.
DEI Consulting Engineer's goal is to hire a Mechanical Project Manager (Contract Administration) looking to develop and continue their career in the building service industry. DEI Consulting Engineers is looking to grow their mechanical project management team by adding a competent, driven, and self-motivated individual that will represent DEI Consulting Engineers as the main point of contact for our Mechanical Team for projects in construction.
Working at DEI Consulting Engineers
DEI Consulting Engineers is a mid-sized mechanical, electrical, and aquatic consulting engineering firm that takes pride in our history of providing exceptional client service, engineering, and consultation for our clients. We know that this reputation has been developed by our staff over the history of the firm through their expertise and commitment to our values.
DEI Consulting Engineers has built and cultivated a collaborative, inclusive, and upbeat working culture. We understand that different beliefs, cultures, and backgrounds are vital to bringing in fresh ideas, perspectives, and experiences to our firm, our work, and the communities that we live and work within.
Our firm is committed to providing our staff with an array of benefits that support their financial, physical, and mental well-being. We understand that work-life balance is an important piece of this puzzle and thus we offer and support flexible working arrangements for our staff through flex hours and hybrid working from home arrangements after a one-year training period with the firm. Our management team is committed to managing workloads for individuals and teams, however, when overtime is required, staff are compensated at time and a half for all hours over 44 per week.
We believe that providing engaging and challenging work with mentorship and professional development opportunities allows individuals to harness their creativity and explore their passion for engineering and sustainability. An overview of our companies’ social interaction, mentorship and professional development opportunities, and employee benefits is outlined below.
Social Interaction:
· Weekly internal company newsletter highlighting company news, staff news, and other industry information.
· Social Committee responsible for various minor company events such as summer BBQ’s, staff nominated fundraising events, Halloween pumpkin carving, holiday wreath / urn making, Easter Egg hunt, cooking classes, etc.
· Major company events including Holiday Party and a major company and family weekend getaway (Ontario Resort, Blue Mountain, Niagara Falls, etc.).
· Company sponsored draws, giveaways, etc.
Mentorship and Professional Development
· Staff have access to formal and informal one-on-one training and mentorship by Partners of the firm, company organized training sessions (as well as a library of previous training sessions), internally produced and circulated lessons learned, and other internal training opportunities.
· Paid time-off for attendance at industry events and other industry provided professional development opportunities.
· Company supported continuing education opportunities for staff (additional professional designations, post-secondary coursework, etc.). Depending on the individual circumstances, company support may consist of financial support, paid time off, etc.
Benefits:
· Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision benefits package thru a leader in the Health Benefits Industry.
· Group RRSP Program with matching contributions from DEI Consulting Engineers. Matching percentage contribution based on years of service.
· Health and Wellness Benefit of $300.00 annually for health and wellness costs such as gym membership fees, intramural activities, sports equipment, etc.
· Overtime Pay at time and a half on all hours over 44 hours per week.
· Parental Top-up Benefit for new parents and growing families within the organization.
· Performance bonuses based on personal contributions and company performance.
· Two to three weeks of vacation (dependent on years in workforce).
· One week of paid leave for personal emergencies and sickness.
· All relevant licensing / association fees reimbursed by DEI Consulting Engineers.
Qualifications
This role requires a candidate with excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with contractors, owners, architects, and other individuals during the construction period through in person and electronic communication. The role requires someone who acts in a professional manner, is organized, and can enforce contractual requirements when necessary.
The successful candidate needs at minimum 7 to 10 years of construction experience ideally as an Ontario College of Trades licensed Plumber or Sheet Metal trade working on relevant construction projects. The individual should have a strong understanding of construction methodology, coordination between trades, and construction details. Candidates need to have an in-depth understanding of relevant mechanical codes, construction practices, and the ability to effectively analyze costs (manpower and materials) for changes that occur during construction.
Technically, the successful candidate must have a thorough understanding of mechanical HVAC systems, equipment, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, materials, methodologies for installing these systems, and understanding of workmanship and best practices.
The role will require the successful candidate to be capable of effectively utilizing a variety of software and hardware in their daily tasks, including Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, etc.), Bluebeam (PDF Editors), 360-degree cameras, regular cameras, etc.
Role Overview
As a Mechanical Project Manager (Contract Administration) your role would involve managing the day-to-day progress and requirements for a variety of assigned projects through pre-construction to post-construction. This role would require the individual to work in conjunction with the mechanical design team to develop practical and cost-effective solutions to construction issues, manage client expectations during construction, and work collaboratively with trades to ensure each project is constructed to a high standard.
The roles main responsibilities include on-site review of construction with relevant trades and completing follow-up site review report in a timely manner, and attendance at construction meetings. Off-site responsibilities include shop drawing review, review of progress draws and change order costing, responding to RFI’s, coordinating, and preparing changes, SI’s, etc. in conjunction with the respective design team for the project. Additionally, this individual would complete project close out requirements including review of operation maintenance manual and as-built drawings, and review of life safety testing certifications for issuance of engineer’s conformance letter. In addition, the role would require the individual to manage projects where DEI Consulting Engineers is the prime consultant. Experience with these requirements is considered an asset.
In addition to the management of construction projects, this role would require individuals to assist the design team in surveying and gather relevant information for projects that are beginning the design phase. These responsibilities would include visiting sites as required to thoroughly survey existing conditions as needed to suit the scope of the project.
This role will require the individual to travel daily to assigned sites for work and will require flexibility in the individuals’ Monday to Friday work schedule (potentially before or after standard work hours). Travel requirements typically are in Southern Ontario, however, travel throughout Canada will be required depending on assigned projects.
Application Process
Interested individuals are to send their cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please note the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
** Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39.00-$47.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 37.5 per week
Flexible language requirement:
Experience:
- Construction: 7 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-11-05
