Research Associate Energy
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Job Summary
At the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) we are makers and innovators driven by excellence handson learning and solutionfocused research. Within SAITs Applied Research and Innovation Services (ARIS) the Green Building Technology Access Centre (GBTAC) brings together a multidisciplinary team of researchers designers trades professionals and engineers dedicated to advancing and commercializing novel greenbuilding technologies in partnership with industry.
SAIT is seeking a Project Coordinator Energy (Research Associate) to join the GBTAC team. This role is ideal for an intermediate engineering technologist or entrylevel engineer with strengths in engineering processes and project coordination ideally supported by a construction background. Experience in planning designing implementing and testing innovative mechanical electrical or building systems is considered an asset.
Reporting to the GBTAC Research Chair and working closely with Principal Investigators in Building Science Energy Management and Environment the successful candidate will be enthusiastic adaptable and committed to sustainable development. Strong attention to detail problemsolving ability organizational excellence communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office are essential. Experience in residential or commercial construction building design project coordination data analysis and team support will be highly valued.
How youll contribute
- Project management and project coordination responsibilities including managing industry partners clients and vendors assigning tasks to Research Assistants students and other team members
- Data analysis technical support and onsite work including installation and construction oversight as needed
- Support in project initiation tasks including scopes of work budget and scheduling
- Develop and run material tests and analyses familiarity with testing equipment
- Manage project budgets professional services providers (contractors and consultants) procurement and documentation
- Organize and maintain project schedules and see that assigned deadlines are met for work that is being managed
- Report progress updates verbally and in written form to management as needed
- Complete any necessary administrative tasks (timesheets workplans expenses)
- Demonstrate commitment to clients needs and confidentiality
- Support and write content as necessary for Federal and Provincial grant fund applications
- Assist with compilation of information/data/metrics that may support funding applications funding/technical reports industry letters of support award nominations and grant reporting metrics
- Provide quality review regarding proof reading formatting and consistency of reports
- Participate in seminars and other organized scientific and technology discussions
- Pursue other activities that maintain and advance professional growth. These activities may include attending workshops/seminars conferences and presenting project information (as needed)
- Networking and engagement activities including supporting tours of the GBT facility presentations and associated preparation and working with Indigenous communities
What you bring
- Diploma or degree from a recognized university or technical institute in engineering or a related field
- 35 years of experience with building science principles building energy systems and interpreting technical documentation such as construction drawing packages and construction practices
- Preferred experience in data analysis technical writing material testing and analysis building energy modelling or building energy assessments
- Preferred registration or certification such as Certified Energy Manager EngineerinTraining or Certified Engineering Technologist
- Supervisory experience is preferred
Skills
- Friendly approachable personality with strong team fit
- Enthusiastic about the research goals and objectives of ARIS
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to engage positively with diverse personalities
- Ability to plan and coordinate informational programs and collaborate effectively with others
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to align objectives to tasks milestones and metrics
- Familiarity with project management procedures construction industry processes and administrative documentation
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About Company
The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) offers hands-on degree, diploma, certificate, continuing education and corporate training programs to develop the skills and knowledge employers demand.
