Project Engineer, Capital Projects (12 month term)

• Manage Ottawa capital projects to ensure process related equipment, building systems, and building renovations are scoped, planned, budgeted and executed safely, on time and on budget.
• Collaborates with Senior Management to understand operational requirements, along with historical and predictive analysis, advises and makes recommendations.
• Responsible for the preparation of capital project business cases, while ensuring input is obtained from key operational stakeholders.
• Manages contractors to ensure that they meet contractual requirements and expected standards.
• Collaborates with purchasing to ensure the procurement process is efficient and effective to successfully implement the RCM’s capital plan.
• Implement project management best practices, define a clear scope, develop a detailed project plan, manage changes effectively, ensure transparent communication, maintain project schedules, control budgets, and provide regular status updates.

This opening is to be filled on a hybrid working arrangement, and the incumbent will be required to work from the Ottawa location a minimum of 3 days a week which could change based on operational requirements.

This selection process may also qualify you for other positions with similar requirements and qualifications.

Languages Requirements:

• An intermediate level of bilingual proficiency in both official languages (English / French) is required at the time of hire. If a bilingual candidate is not identified, other candidate language profiles may be considered in accordance with the Mint’s Staffing Policy.

Education & Designation:

• University degree in Engineering is a must, specialization in Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering or equivalent is an asset.
• Professional Engineer or Engineering Intern (PEO or OIQ).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation would be considered an asset.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an Engineering and Project Management field.

Additional Qualifications:

• Knowledge of building structural codes and HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of Canada Labour Code Part II and Occupational H&S Regulations.
• Experience with managing multi-million dollar capital projects.
• Experience preparing business cases, budgets and controlling expenses.
• Experience with contractor evaluation and management.
• Aptitude and ability to understand complex equipment and processes.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Shows a high level of integrity.
• Ability to be autonomous and a self-starter.
• Ability to lead, influence and engage a team while managing competing priorities.
• Able to collaborate with other team members, with the ability to influence and persuade others while also being open to receiving suggestions and feedback.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, verbal and written.
• Strong planning and organization skills.