Onsite Design Supervisor, Power Distribution

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About the role

  • Design Supervisor responsible for power distribution design as part of Aecon's utility engineering team. Overseeing team, ensuring quality designs and meeting client expectations.

Responsibilities

  • Adheres to Aecon’s Policy & Procedures Manual.
  • Provide day-to-day leadership, mentorship, and direction to a team of designers, technicians, and junior engineers.
  • Assign, prioritize, and monitor design workload to ensure efficient workflow and meet project deadlines.
  • Provide design training and guidance to junior staff along with the Project Engineer.
  • Complete or review design calculations and drawings that satisfy all applicable code and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist in the preparation of schedules, estimates, and construction packages.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with key clients.
  • Strong presentation skills, both written and oral, are considered a requirement.
  • Conduct performance feedback, support professional development, and promote a culture of continuous improvement within the design team.
  • Ensure adherence to quality assurance and quality control standards across all design deliverables.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including construction, engineering, and project management, to ensure design alignment with project goals.

Requirements

  • 5 years’ experience with hydro design
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering (or equivalent) or College Diploma.
  • Registration as an E.I.T. with the P.E.O is an asset.
  • Experience in engineering consulting shall be considered an asset.
  • Detailed experience in engineering design, permitting, and processes.
  • Specific technical experience with utility services construction preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Previous supervisory or team-lead experience is preferred; demonstrated ability to manage and mentor technical staff is an asset.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, delegate effectively, and oversee the delivery of high-quality design outputs.
  • Strong computer skills required – experience with AutoCAD software and Microstation an asset.
  • Proven ability to take initiative and leadership.
  • Strong problem solving skills.
  • Ability to travel for projects.

Benefits

  • Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
  • Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
  • Committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training.
  • Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs.
  • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
  • Leader in sustainable construction.

Job title

Design Supervisor, Power Distribution

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

CA$70,000 - CA$90,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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