Career Opportunities
Edison Engineers Inc.
Project Manager
WHO WE ARE
Edison is an employee owned, communication-focused professional engineering and project management firm specializing in the repair and restoration of existing buildings. Our offices are located in Dundas, Cambridge, London, and Markham. Find out more at edisonengineers.ca.
WHAT IS THE ORGANIZATION’S STRATEGIC VISION?
MISSION:Edison is committed to delivering customized and pragmatic engineering services. We develop and sustain long-term relationships built on trust and reliability. We adapt our services and solutions to the objectives and financial constraints of our clients, and we strive to create a rewarding workplace for our team to help us in delivering the best quality service.
OBJECTIVE:We proactively educate, engage, and empower our clients in their projects to help them develop and deliver informed strategies for their building assets. We actively drive projects to successful completion on time and within budget. We demand quality from contractors and we consistently and clearly communicate with our clients and all project stakeholders.
KEY RESULT AREAS FOR THIS ROLE
- BUILDING RESTORATION: Requires knowledge of an area of expertise within the Building Restoration and industry. Provides technical expertise for building envelope and/or rehabilitation projects such as exterior glazing, opaque wall assemblies, roofs, balconies, parking garages and at-grade and below-grade waterproofing and cladding systems. Performs building science diagnostics & condition investigations including the examination/testing of building envelope systems.
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT:Provides guidance and training to Project Associates in the execution of projects. Review of deliverables to ensure they comply with client objectives. Manages project delivery, define project scope, specify deliverables, estimate and control project duration. Responsible for preparation or review of specifications & schematic design, contract administration. Coordinates Client and Contractor relations for conflict resolution and for the successful execution of construction projects. Participates in discussions and devises ways of reaching objectives in the most economical way and meets any unusual conditions affecting work progress.
- CLIENT MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT:Strong client relationship management/development skills. Follow-up on requests and drive projects to completion. Answer emails immediately. Represents the company with clients on an ongoing basis. Continuously seeks feedback from clients and implements suggestions. Identifies future work at client properties.
- REVENUE GENERATION:Participates in short and long-range planning. Responsible for meeting financial targets.
WHAT KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES ARE REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE
KNOWLEDGE
- Minimum 5 + years of Building science experience within the consulting sector specializing in Building Envelope Restoration, Building Condition Assessments, Reserve Fund Studies and/or Capital Planning.
- Licensed Professional Engineering (P.Eng)
- Proven Project Management expertise including: Contract Admin, Budgets, Estimates, Scheduling, Proposal Writing / Development
- Able to take Building Science Restoration projects from conception to completion including defining scope of works and specifications
- Technical expertise in the preparation of specifications & schematic design to govern repair/replacement of existing building assets
- Proven experience working on diverse building science projects on a variety of building types e.g. Multi-residential (Condominiums), Community Housing, Municipal Buildings, Commercial Offices, Recreational Facilities etc
- Strong technical project experience with building science / restoration components such as curtain walls, cladding, balconies, roofing and parking garages
- Strong expertise in preparing project proposals, technical specifications, Building Conditions Assessment reports
- Previous experience in providing cost estimates for remedial repairs
SKILLS
- Leadership and Influence: Proven ability in managing project teams. Passion for coaching building science teams. Set example of performance and integrity. Create results-focused work environment. View issues from own and others’ points of view. Demonstrate systemic and strategic thinking.
- Analytical and Decision-Making: Make decisions on accurate data. Master statistical and qualitative analysis of projects. Communicate risk and own decisions made.
- Interpersonal Relations: Value the synergy of working with others. Show respect, confidence & 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.
- Planning and Organization: Develop plans and preventive & contingency actions; set priorities. Well organized. Consider all aspects when planning.
- Adaptation / Flexibility: Views problems as opportunities. Accepts questioning. Shows confidence in ambiguous situations.
Deals with change without frustration. - Motivation and Commitment: Persistent. Encourage others in the achievement of goals. Drive to deliver exceptional results.
ABILITIES
- Decision Making and Problem Solving: Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Critical and Creative Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems or methods.
- Communication and Active Listening: Provide information clearly and concisely in written form or verbally. Give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Coordination and Social Perceptiveness: Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions. Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
·Hybrid Work Environment
·Competitive Base Salary
·Profit-Sharing Bonus
·Health Spending Account
·Employee and Family Assistance Program
·RRSP Matching
·Education Assistance
·Bonus Vacation Days
CURRENTLY HIRING FOR ALL 4 OFFICES
Edison positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
