mechanical engineering project manager

Work setting

• Consulting firm
• Engineering firm

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Conduct research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of mechanisms, components and systems
• Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems
• Plan and manage projects, and prepare material, cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications for machinery and systems
• Prepare contract documents and evaluate tenders for industrial construction or maintenance
• Supervise technicians, technologists and other engineers and review and approve designs, calculations and cost estimates
• Prepare engineering designs and drawings

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) by a provincial or territorial association
• Membership in l'Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• AutoCAD
• Autodesk REVIT

Area of work experience

• Project management
• Project coordination
• Design

Area of specialization

• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system
• Fire protection
• Industrial design

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Public transportation is available
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Wellness program