Director of Buildings Engineering

CIMA+•Calgary, AB

35d

About The Position

CIMA+ is seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial leader to accelerate the growth of its Buildings Engineering practice in Calgary. As the Director of Buildings Engineering, you will play a central role in shaping the future of the integrated service offering (mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering) and building on existing foundations in Western Canada. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a senior professional focused on technical leadership, team development, and business growth. You will work closely with existing Mechanical team leadership and regional/national multidisciplinary Buildings teams to drive strategic growth, expand the client base, and strengthen the company's reputation for excellence across Alberta and Western Canada. CIMA+ is driven by a purpose to design resilient, sustainable, functional communities while putting people first, fostering collaboration, and rewarding innovation. As an employee-owned firm, there's an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the company's success and share in that success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registered with APEGA.
Minimum 15 years of experience in mechanical, electrical, or structural engineering in Alberta for buildings, including project management and client-facing roles
Demonstrated success leading or supporting teams within a consulting engineering environment
Proven ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships and identify growth opportunities
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence
A strong understanding of the Calgary and Alberta buildings consulting market

Responsibilities

Lead the strategic development of the Calgary Buildings practice, working with the existing mechanical team and carrying the primary responsibility of establishing a multidisciplinary service offering in Calgary (mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering) to position CIMA+ as a leader in integrated building design.
Provide leadership to the existing Calgary Mechanical Engineering team, supporting the current leadership group to ensure strong technical delivery, collaboration, and growth.
Lead and contribute to business development initiatives, including identifying new markets, building client relationships, and pursuing major project opportunities.
Serve as a trusted client advisor, representing CIMA+ at key industry events, meetings, and strategic pursuits.
Provide senior technical oversight on major projects, ensuring quality, innovation, and alignment with client expectations.
Mentor and empower engineers and designers at all levels, fostering a culture of technical excellence and professional growth.
Collaborate with internal partners across disciplines and offices to deliver coordinated, high-quality designs and proposals.
Support operational excellence by managing project performance, staffing, and resource planning in collaboration with project managers and technical leads.
Contribute to the continued improvement of design standards, tools, and workflows to enhance quality, efficiency, and sustainability.