Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Atlantica is looking for our next Project Engineer to support our New Brunswick projects. The role can be based out of our Dartmouth, NS office with regular travel to New Brunswick (approximately 1-2 times per month). As a key member of the team, you will support project managers in the delivery of assigned projects.

Qualifications

- A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 3-5 years of commercial or relevant construction experience
- The ability to read and interpret blueprints/CAD models
- Strong understanding of ASHRAE, CAS Standards, National Building Code and National Plumbing Code
- The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Strong communication skills with the ability to share ideas and information in a clear and concise manner
- A proactive and solution-oriented mindset

This position requires a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle as there will be regular travel to our New Brunswick office.

What you’ll do as a Project Engineer?

- Participate in all aspects of assigned projects to ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery.
- Provide reports on project status to Project Managers.
- Implement quality control procedures and conduct inspections to ensure compliance with project requirements, and appliable codes and standards.
- Participate in project meetings regarding mechanical issues and handle technical inquiries.
- Maintain professional working relationships with the General Contractor, client, and consulting engineers; assisting them to resolve problems and liaise on the integration of systems.
- Prepare operational manual documentation package and ensure documentation is kept up to date.
- Collaborate with Project Services, Finance, Safety, and Estimating teams to ensure project schedule and delivery are on track.
- Work with Superintendents, Supervisors,



Forepersons, and trades in the field.
- Work closely with the Estimating team to integrate bid and project methodology, as well as throughout the project on estimating project expenses.
- Ensure working drawings are developed, when required, and review specifications and shop drawings.
- Manage change orders, prepare documentation for claims, ensure monthly progress bills are accurate and issued.
- Review timesheets from field and format reports for payroll and cost control.
- Participate in debriefing session when projects are deemed substantially complete.

Why should you join Atlantica?

- Competitive Compensation
- Company funded Career development
- Summer Hours & Flexible Working Arrangements
- Pension Matching & Cost-Shared Benefits

About Us

Based in Halifax since 1966, Atlantica, a member of the Cahill Group, is one of the largest mechanical and electrical contractors in the Maritimes. Equipped with leading-edge technologies, Atlantica's highly skilled workforce executes a wide range of mechanical and electrical construction projects from design and fabrication to fire protection and maintenance services throughout a building's life cycle to provide customized solutions to our clients.

Job Details

- Permanent, full-time
- 40 hours per week
- Monday to Friday

The Cahill Group embraces a culture of belonging in the workplace. We believe that a diverse and inclusive culture creates a work environment that is supportive, engaging, challenging, and innovative while enabling our employees to be collaborative, positive, and creative to reach our full potential. The Cahill Group is an equal opportunity organization and welcomes applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities.

If you require any accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know.

Location Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

📌 Project Engineer (Dartmouth)
🏢 The Cahill Group
📍 Dartmouth