Civil Substation Lead Engineer
About The Position
Cima+ is a growing firm with over 3700 employees across Canada, experiencing significant growth in its Western Canadian offices. This expansion presents opportunities for complex projects where employees can shape and contribute to the company's development. Cima+ is seeking individuals eager to enhance their skills, embrace new challenges, and progress within the organization. As a leader in power transmission and distribution (T&D) system design in Canada, our energy team is dedicated to creating innovative and efficient designs for the increasing electricity demand and clean energy initiatives. The Substation Design team is looking for an energetic and experienced Civil Substation Lead Engineer to join our Vancouver, BC office.
Requirements
- 12+ years of experience in substation civil/structural design.
- University Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
- Registered member of a Professional Engineering association in Canada.
- Eligibility to be registered as a member of the EGBC.
- Excellent oral and written communication in English.
Nice To Haves
- 3+ years of experience as a team lead, manager, or project manager.
- 3+ years of experience with designs for electric Utilities in Western Canada.
- Proficiency in design programs such as SAFI, S-Frame, STAAD, MFAD, LPile, Civil 3D.
- French language skills.
- Construction management or site supervision experience.
- Demonstrated skills in Project Management.
Responsibilities
- Lead a design team in executing and delivering all aspects of substation civil designs for voltages up to 735 kV.
- Manage design tasks and coordinate design progress within a multi-disciplinary project team.
- Provide direct supervision and mentorship to less experienced professionals.
- Perform structural design, including seismic design, analysis, and detailing of steel, concrete, wood, and masonry structures, such as equipment steel supports and foundations (piling, dead-man, anchoring systems, grillages), prefab control buildings, and underground cable trenches, ductbanks, manholes, and vaults.
- Perform civil design, analysis, and detailing for site preparation and development, fencing arrangement plans and details, access roads and intersection design (plan & profile), water management studies (site drainage, culverts, ditches), erosion and sedimentation control plans, oil spill catchment and containment systems, and fill embankments and retaining walls.
- Prepare estimates and resource assignments for RFPs and design changes.
- Prepare technical reports, plans, specifications, Scope of Work, and construction work packages; review site and shop drawings during design and construction.
- Meet with clients, understand their needs, prepare proposals and letters of intent, and establish budgets and timelines. Liaise with clients to monitor project progress and incorporate their feedback.
- Collaborate closely with clients to provide construction support and resolve project issues, including technical requests, finalization, and budget inquiries.
- Conduct contractual follow-ups, draft amendments, and monitor the financial evolution of contracts.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
- Annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
- Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
- Work/Life balance policy across Canada
- 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
- Tailored training to improve your existing skills
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
