Project Engineering Manager (Power – Power Grids)

AtkinsRéalis•Montreal, QC

72d

About The Position

Please note that this job posting is intended for you to express your interest in future opportunities within AtkinsRéalis. Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated in engineering a better future for our planet and its people. The Project Engineering Manager will join the Engineering Management practice within the Technical Professional Organization (TPO) of Engineering Services Canada. The Project Engineering Manager will play a lead role in the delivery of Engineering Services on large and complex projects (generally Class 3, 4 & 5 projects) while also supporting the growth of the Engineering Management practice. Reporting to the Director of Operations of the Engineering Management practice, the Project Engineering Manager will contribute to the development of the team’s strategy and overseeing/ensuring the successful execution of the engineering design of large, multi-disciplinary projects from inception to completion. In addition, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Project Delivery, Technical TPO, external stakeholders to deliver high-quality engineering solutions that meet and exceed client expectations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, exceptional technical expertise, multi-disciplinary engineering experience, and a proven track record of managing engineering of large-scale projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or a related field with 10+ years of experience in a relevant field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering management, overseeing complex engineering projects and leading multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to obtain relevant professional designation in multiple jurisdictions across Canada.
Proven experience managing engineering execution for high-voltage transmission and substation projects, across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
Exposure to HV, including overhead and underground system, routing line design, tower structures, and conductor selection.
Knowledge of grid integration, reliability, and network planning.
Exposure to AIS and GIS, including power transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, busbars, protection and control systems, and substation automation.
Experience managing the interconnection of power generation assets (hydro, wind, solar, thermal) to the grid.
Ability to work with OEMs, suppliers, and vendors for procurement of key substation and transmission equipment, ensuring technical compliance, cost-effectiveness, and on-time delivery.
Experience executing both new grid infrastructure projects and upgrades/retrofits to existing substations and transmission networks, including asset refurbishment and life extensions strategies.
Understanding of construction sequencing, commissioning requirements, outage planning, and risk mitigations strategies for large scale power infrastructure projects.
Strong technical expertise and exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results in a relevant engineering discipline, with a deep understanding of engineering principles, methodologies, and best practices.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex technical information to diverse audiences (both French and English are an asset).
Bilingual: English French (). () This position requires knowledge of a language other than French, namely English, as the deliverables are intended for audiences located elsewhere in Canada or internationally.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Win Work and Market Lead to define proposal timelines, deliverables and efforts, ensuring alignment with client requirements and overall business objectives.
Collaborate with Project Delivery team to define project goals, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with client requirements and overall business objectives during the planning and execution phases.
Oversee the engineering project lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and implementation, while managing technical risk and resources effectively.
Oversee the Project Design Execution Plan and the inter-disciplinary technical coordination.
Ensure effort estimates, schedule, deliverables and obligations associated with the scope of work are fully understood, identified, adhered to and monitored.
Prepare and submit project monthly reporting to the Engineering Management Director responsible for a Market.
Provide technical guidance and expertise to the engineering team, ensuring the use of industry best practices and standards and promoting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering processes, methodologies, and tools, driving efficiency and productivity.
Conduct regular reviews and quality assessments of engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with project requirements, specifications, and quality standards in addition to promoting a Value Engineering culture throughout the project life cycle.
Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, architects, vendors, contractors, and regulatory authorities, to ensure project success.
Engage in effective communication, providing regular engineering updates, addressing concerns, and managing expectations to foster strong client relationships.
Actively participate in meetings, presentations, and technical discussions, representing the engineering team and providing expert insights and recommendations.