Project Engineering Student

POSITION SUMMARY

4 months contract (May - August)

The Project Engineering Student is a shared position between the Local Housing Authority and the Not for Profit departments. This position is geared towards the development of 2nd to 4th year engineering students enrolled fulltime in either Mechanical or Civil Engineering at an accredited university. The position is focused on assisting maintenance managers with construction and renovation projects including project design, tendering, administration and installation. In addition, the position will be required to participate in special projects, preventative maintenance systems, and equipment and building envelope trouble shooting and resolution. The position requires both strong technical ability as well as excellent communication skills as meetings; reports and communications are frequently required between Boards of Directors, contractors, tenants, and County Executive.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (not listed in order of priority)

1. Review, modify, and create PM's for new or existing equipment as well as train operators on PM checks and systems.

2. Schedule site visits and inspections as required to review, comment, and update statuses of ongoing projects.

3. Conduct site meetings during the tendering or contract administration processes.

4. Assist maintenance managers with the creation of tender documents, reviewing specifications and obtaining quotations for repairs.

5. Schedule site visits and inspections to review projects to ensure work is completed properly, as per applicable legislation, and in the best interest of the County.

6. Create reports identifying any issues and effectively communicate issues to required stakeholders.

7. Provide advice and guidance on projects including site inspections, direct contractors in completion of work; inspect work in progress for adherence to specifications by contractors and final inspection reports for deficiencies in all work.

8. Evaluate building materials, construction methods, and completed work.

9. Work with Social Housing Team to accomplish other project and program goals.

10. Report regularly to Maintenance and Facility Project Manager(s).

11. Develop and maintain effective relationships with other departments, managers, and fire departments, alarm companies, building inspectors, engineers, architects, consultants and all trades.

12. Arrange meetings, prepare agendas, manage personal calendars as required.

13. Participate in committees as required.

14. Perform other duties as assigned.

15. Comply with provincial and County occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.

16. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION

• Current 2nd or greater year enrolment in a fulltime accredited University Engineering program in either Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of all facets of building construction, materials and methods is an asset.
• Knowledge of mechanical, structural, gas, electrical, environmental systems and facility infrastructure as well as familiarity with the Building, Electrical and Fire Code, accessibility and related renovation issues is an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret renovation and construction drawings.
• Self-motivated, able to act independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Proven ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Strong analytical skills, ability to analyze budgetary expenditures, identify cost savings and value added.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Strong independent working ability.
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Knowledge of word-processing, spreadsheet and auto-cad application skills.
• Valid G Class Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle is mandatory.
• Available for after-hours call-outs.
• Criminal Records Check with that is less than six (6) months old at time of hire required

EXPERIENCE

EFFORT

WORKING CONDITIONS

COMPENSATION

Salary Grade Union Non Union

Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act (2001) and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

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