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Job summary

You will design and implement electrical systems for building projects, including power distribution, lighting, and fire alarm systems. Additionally, you will manage project budgets, lead proposal initiatives, and perform construction administration and field reviews.

Job details

We have an exciting opportunity for an Buildings Electrical Engineer to join our Halifax, NS team! As an Electrical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems for various building projects. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, and project managers to ensure that our electrical designs are efficient, safe, and meet client expectations. This role requires a strong background in electrical engineering, a passion for innovation, and a commitment to sustainability. Specifically, you will: Design and prepare contract documents for electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and communication systems; Participate in Building Condition Assessments (BCAs); Coordinate design support staff across multiple disciplines; Manage projects to meet budget and deliverables; Prepare proposals, respond to external RFPs, and lead proposal initiatives in collaboration with other disciplines and stakeholders; Provide input into construction cost estimates; Perform Construction administration and field reviews; Conduct document development, planning, and/or execution of commissioning and start-up activities; Participate in Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Studies; Prepare technical RFQ documents, technical review of bid submissions, and review of vendor documentation following award; Coordinate and work with project team members in various branch offices or project sites in Canada and abroad; Assure that all work on assigned projects is timely, within budget, accurate, and in-line with corporate and/or project specific quality and safety objectives; Participate in the design, construction administration, and/or commissioning of Health care facilities including Public Private Partnerships (PPP), acute care facilities, long-term care facilities and primary care facilities. Your Capabilities and Credentials: Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering; Registration as a Professional Engineer in Canada with eligibility for registration with the provincial licensing body; Minimum seven (7) years experience in the design of electrical systems for commercial and institutional buildings; Additional professional accreditations such as PMP, RCDD, LC, LEED AP, WELL AP, CTS, CEM, RHFAC, etc. would be considered an asset; Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit Experience with AGi32 lighting simulation software; Experience with ElumTools would be considered an asset; Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; Valid driver’s license and be able to travel to job sites within Ontario and surrounding areas. What we can offer you: A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment: Comprehensive health and dental benefits CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience Maternity or Parental leave top-up Health spending account Wellness incentive Membership dues reimbursement Education and lifelong learning subsidization Community volunteering incentive Employee Family Assistance Program Public transit subsidy In addition to the above benefits, we offer: Flexible work hours with occasional work-from-home opportunities, supporting both your professional and personal commitments. Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise. Exposure to a variety of projects. Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests. Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise. Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development. Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa. Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills. About Us At CBCL our purpose is to create a positive and lasting impact on people and our planet. As an employee-owned firm, at CBCL, our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions. We have earned recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Our multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Buildings, Industrial, and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people, our communities, and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth. Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately, CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts, as well as future implications of our designs. CBCL operates from its offices in Halifax and Sydney, NS; Charlottetown, PE; Saint John, Fredericton and Moncton, NB; St. John's, NL, and Ottawa, ON. CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive, accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique. We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment or interview process, or while working with us, please email hr@cbcl.ca. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner. Our goal is to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. We value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to removing barriers that may prevent individuals from thriving in their roles. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

You will design and implement electrical systems for building projects, including power distribution, lighting, and fire alarm systems. Additionally, you will manage project budgets, lead proposal initiatives, and perform construction administration and field reviews.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering and be registered as a Professional Engineer in Canada. A minimum of seven years of experience in electrical systems design for commercial and institutional buildings is required.

Benefits

• Health insurance • Dental benefits • Defined benefit pension plan • Vacation allowance • Maternity or parental leave top-up • Health spending account • Wellness incentive • Membership dues reimbursement • Education and lifelong learning subsidization • Community volunteering incentive • Employee family assistance program • Public transit subsidy

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred
• AutoCAD · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Electrical engineering
• Power distribution
• Lighting design
• Fire alarm systems
• Communication systems
• Building condition assessments
• Project management
• Construction administration
• Field reviews
• AutoCAD
• Revit
• AGi32
• ElumTools
• Technical proposal writing
• Energy efficiency studies
• Renewable energy studies
• Project Management
• Mentorship
• Electrical Engineering
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Writing
• Consulting
• Interpersonal Communications
• Wastewater
• BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD)
• Construction Management
• Autodesk Revit
• Request For Proposal
• Commissioning
• Valid Driver's License
• Construction
• Primary Care
• Acute Care
• Telecommunications
• Long-Term Care
• Technological Change
• Electrical Systems
• Fire Alarm Systems
• Master Planning
• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Software Technical Review
• LEED Accredited Professional (AP)
• Lifelong Learning
• Simulation Software
• Computer-Aided Audit Tools
• Electric Power Distribution
• Power Distribution
• Sustainable Engineering

Job areas

• Engineering
• Construction
• Energy
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Consulting
• Electrical Engineer
• Electrical Engineer (General)
• Electrical Engineers