Buildings Controls Specialist - ( 2500004R )

Description

We put the engine in Buildings Engineering. Intelligent design. Innovative execution. These are the elements of buildings engineering that rev us up. With decades of experience under our belts, we’re achieving remarkable results with our work in building technologies, energy, and environmental performance. Our team of interdisciplinary engineers works collaboratively with clients to design buildings and processes that are on track for safety, performance, and sustainability.

Join a dynamic team that balances competing project interests with creativity and efficiency for a smooth ride every time. Together, we can accelerate towards a brighter future.

As the successful candidate, your responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Prepare and develop contract drawings and specifications, reports, schematics, schedules, details, and sketches related to Building Management Control Systems (BMS, BAS, EMCS etc.) from conceptual design through to construction.

• Engage and support the Mechanical Engineer and coordinate with other disciplines such as Electrical and Architecture consultants on the project to develop the building controls scope of work in the contract documentation including control sequences and points lists.

• Participate in client and internal coordination, and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors for project meetings, value analysis and cost estimating where appropriate

• Participate in constructability and commissioning reviews related to building controls.

• Assist in the design of building related mechanical systems including HVAC and Plumbing systems across Canada using applicable codes, standards, and reference materials.

• Review equipment selections for control requirements and assist in developing preliminary designs and schematics.

• Facilitate and ensure the quality of the project deliverables.

• Follow production guidelines and project standards.

• Review shop drawings and other contractor and commissioning submittals for compliance with construction documents.

• Respond and provide related site instructions, RFIs, NCCs in construction.

• Perform field surveys for drawing developments, site reviews and as recorded drawings if required.

• Aids in the development of new standards, details and master specifications for building controls.

• Develop staff skills and abilities by providing guidance and mentoring through effective communication to strengthen technical abilities and work ethic

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Thorough understanding of all building mechanical systems including HVAC and Plumbing. Familiarity with Fire Protection and other building systems for Building Controls integration is considered an asset.

• Familiarity with PLC and industrial Instrumentation and Controls is considered an asset.

• Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering concepts and ability to communicate ideas to others.

• In depth knowledge of building control systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standards.

• Strong knowledge of high performance and sustainable building practices with experience in LEED certified and / or Net Zero Carbon and Energy buildings is considered an asset.

• Checks the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manages time to meet project budget and schedule.

• Participates and collaborates in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.

• Demonstrates creativity, foresight and mature engineering judgment in anticipating and solving problems

• Knowledge or familiarity with National and Alberta Building Codes, plumbing codes, fire codes and energy codes and would be considered an asset.

• Knowledge or familiarity with LEED standards, ASHRAE, ASPE and NFPA would be considered an asset.

• Excellent verbal and written skills to communicate effectively with colleagues and staff; a “team player” approach.

• Self-motivated and self-starter with a strong work ethic.

• Good time management skills and able to work in a fast paced work environment and multiple projects.

• Eager to learn with strong listening, critical thinking and problem solving skills.

• Ability to qualify for security clearance based on client requirements, nationally and internationally

• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat. Experience with Newforma would be considered an asset.

Education and Experience

• Engineering Design and Drafting Technology, Architectural Technologies, or Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma

• Mechanical Engineering Degree would be considered an asset.

• Minimum 10 years of building controls industry related work experience for complex buildings in various sectors such as healthcare, laboratories, commercial, public safety, justice, recreation, educations and light industrial.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, 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.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : Canada-Alberta-Calgary

Organization : BC-1153 Buildings-CA Alberta

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Jan 16, 2025, 2:14:22 AM

Req ID: 2500004R

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans