Buildings Mechanical Engineer

CBCL is seeking a Buildings Mechanical Engineerto join our Buildings Engineering team inHalifax NS!

Help us shape our work environment and our culture by working collaboratively with other design and construction professionals on challenging and exciting building projects as part of our thriving company. Through all stages of the building design process let your passion for sustainable design principles shine through by delivering exceptional results for our clients.

As our ideal candidate you have experience with designing building mechanical systems in the areas of HVAC plumbing fire protection building systems controls and commissioning as well as energy efficiency and renewable energy design and assessment. You are a motivated self-starter who is excited to participate with an established team of professional engineers and technologists in developing innovative multidisciplinary building design solutions with an emphasis on client satisfaction and design practices.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Assist a design team to prepare contract documents for the following systems: HVAC plumbing fire protection and building systems controls;
• Design of new construction and renovations of building projects such as healthcare administration laboratory assembly recreational and residential;
• Coordinate design support staff across multiple disciplines;
• Manage projects to meet budget and deliverables;
• Meet and liaise with clients;
• Assisting with business development and proposals;
• Perform construction administration and field reviews; and
• Document plan and conduct commissioning and start-up activities.

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

• Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering;
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Canada with eligibility for registration with
  Engineers Nova Scotia;
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the design of mechanical systems for residential commercial and industrial buildings;
• Additional professional accreditations such as PMP LEED AP etc. would be an asset;
• Familiarity in the design of mechanical systems using AutoCAD and Revit;
• Detail-oriented organized hardworking with a team player attitude;
• Performs well under pressure to meet deadlines;
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; and
• Valid drivers license and be able to travel to job sites within Atlantic Canada.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions
  • Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
• Maternity or Parental leave top-up
• Health spending account
• Wellness incentive
• Membership dues reimbursement
• Education and lifelong learning subsidization
• Community volunteering incentive
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Public transit subsidy

In addition to the above benefits we offer:

• Flexible hours and locationsto support work/life balance including hybrid options when mutually agreeable;
• Ability to work paid overtimeor bank time-in-lieu for future use;
• Diverse teamwith a wide range of experience and expertise;
• Exposureto a variety of projects;
• Supportto develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests;
• Collaborationbetween multiple disciplines and levels of expertise;
• Mentoringopportunities to foster your personal and professional development;
• Accessibleand central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa; and
• Access to trainingopportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills.

About Us

At CBCL our purpose is to create a positive and lasting impact on people and our planet. As an employee-owned firm at CBCL our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.

We have earned recognition as one of Canadas Top 100 Employers and one of Canadas Best Managed multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure Water and Wastewater Buildings Industrial and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people our communities and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.

Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts as well as future implications of our designs.

CBCL operates from its offices in Halifax and Sydney NS; Charlottetown PE; Saint John Fredericton and Moncton NB; St. Johns NL and Ottawa ON.

CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique. We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment or interview process or while working with us please email We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner.

Our goal is to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. We value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to removing barriers that may prevent individuals from thriving in their roles.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.

Required Experience:

Manager