Senior Associate Electrical Engineer

Stantec Inc.•San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

Stantec's Buildings team is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design. Join us and design your place with Stantec. Your Opportunity The Senior Associate Electrical Engineer will apply building electrical engineering principles, your superior client service skills, and project management best practices to deliver projects that meet project requirements, exceed client expectations, and meet project financial and other objectives. Working within our thriving buildings practice, you will contribute to project delivery standards and work processes, provide quality control, workload forecasting, financial performance accountability, and collaboration with other disciplines.

Requirements

Minimum 7+ years of experience in project management with a proven track record of successful project delivery
Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and motivate teams
Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse group of engineers.
Strong knowledge of regulations, compliance standards, and industry best practices
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, resources, and timelines effectively
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex project challenges
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining a client-centered focus
Proactive mindset with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative team culture
Exceptional problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset
Ability to navigate complex organizational structures and build consensus
Passion for engineering innovation and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Experience successfully delivering electrical engineering designs to Architects and Owners in the in various sectors including non-healthcare and healthcare market
Understanding and implementation of the principles of project management.
Ability to manage clients, projects, fees, scope, and teams to achieve budget, schedule, and deliverable objectives while meeting key stakeholder critical success factors.
Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including California building codes, IMC, IPC, NFPA, IBC, and ASHRAE, as well as LEED and green building requirements.
A commanding knowledge of technical issues supporting delivered design services.
Deep technical understanding and working knowledge of electrical building systems
Fundamental understanding of NFPA 70, 72, 99 101,110 and/or FGI Guidelines as they specifically apply to hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and medical office buildings.
Ability to apply logic, reasoning, and organizational skills to develop concepts and ideas and evolve them into project deliverables.
Familiarity with and ability to produce project-related documents and documentation standards required of a Project leader.
Outstanding consulting skills, with the ability to present a credible, engaging image in keeping with Stantec's high service standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and polished presentation and public speaking skills.
Ability to integrate design elements with other disciplines to deliver a coordinated design.
Familiarity with and ability to apply sustainable design principles within projects while maintaining the process-driven requirements of the project.
Strong client communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge and experience to identify and manage items of risk that may occur on projects.
Knowledge and experience to identify and manage potential unanticipated scope.
Functional knowledge of BIM software Revit
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field
Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, and/or demonstrated skills.
Professional Engineering license is strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare & OSHPD/HCAI experience is a plus.
Knowledge and experience with Lean Construction and IPD projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders, including healthcare providers, regulatory bodies, and internal teams
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations to ensure successful execution
Work collaboratively with project leaders, architects, design partners, peers, contractors, and other project stakeholders to define project objectives, deliverables, and success metrics, and develop innovative and practical solutions, and meet the project's conditions of satisfaction.
Lead cross-functional teams, facilitating communication and collaboration to achieve project milestones
Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to address challenges proactively
Conduct regular project status meetings and prepare comprehensive reports for stakeholders
Mentor junior engineers and team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery processes.
Engage with external partners, including vendors and regulatory agencies, to ensure compliance and integration of project design.
Establish relationships with clients, agencies, providers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure design alignment with project objectives.
Lead the electrical design for various facility projects, including power distribution, lighting, backup power (generator/UPS systems), utility coordination, short circuit and coordination studies and coordination with other disciplines such as mechanical, technology and fire alarm.
Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure project requirements are met.
Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assess project variables and develop reliable design solutions independently.
Prepare detailed design documents, specifications, and reports.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
Ensure compliance with design standards and regulations.
Participate in/lead project meetings and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
Successfully manage projects and tasks of a scope, complexity, and revenue budget appropriate to experience.
Provide oversight for Electrical Engineering staff.
Actively contributes to the overall technical growth of the electrical team.
Meets technical, contractual, schedule, budgetary, and client service objectives for each project.
Apply strong electrical engineering skills, experience, and knowledge to the design and oversight of the design for building projects.
Manages and plans the production resources and workflow to produce the design documentation, drawings, and calculations required for electrical engineering projects.
Act as QC reviewer on projects.
Effectively delegates work to production support staff.
Nurtures existing client relationships and proactively pursues opportunities for new business.
Develop project proposals and participate in project pursuits.
Develop and deliver project-related client presentations.
Proactively pursues additional knowledge in related disciplines by attending available in-house and external training.
Maintain awareness of operational, technical, or regulatory changes within Electrical Engineering and AEC overall, disseminate such knowledge to staff and firm, and integrate it into existing processes and standards.
Maintain and update Electrical Engineering specifications, technical documentation, and standards in collaboration with other technical leaders in Stantec.
Develop and maintain industry relationships and visibility with current and prospective clients, sub-consultants, and partner firms in the local and regional A/E industry.
Develop presentation materials and present them to clients and at strategic industry events.
Represent the firm through published articles, public speaking engagements, and attendance at industry and community events, meetings, and conferences.

Benefits

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

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