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Reviews designer's work regarding specifications, reports, code application, submittal review, equipment selection, deliverables, and drawings. * Responsible for applying EXP's risk management ...

Project Manager

Hamilton, ON · On-site +1

$80K - $135K/yr

Ensure successful project delivery in accordance with scope, specifications, and client ... Contract Management * Support and/or lead subcontractor tendering processes, including development ...

Ensure compliance with contract requirements, project specifications, regulatory obligations, and ... Manage stakeholder relationships including clients, consultants, utility partners, subcontractors ...

... specifications and construction schedule * Reviews and provides recommendations so that the organization mitigates risk and performs to meet its contractual obligations * Provides risk analysis for ...

... specification and right first time. * Ensure all quality parameter checks are done correctly, on ... Manage Kronos timekeeping system ensuring all hours worked are correct. Ensure Product and ...

... specifications, reports, calculations, and construction documents. Comfort using common design, drafting, modelling, and coordination tools used in building services consulting. The ability to manage ...

Maintain project documentation, including progress reports, technical specifications, change management records, and final project closeout documents. * Present project status updates and ...

Familiarity with engineering drawings and technical specifications. * Project Management Professional (PMP) or Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification, is an asset. Additional ...

... specifications. Work contributes to all project phases, including planning, detailed design ... Familiarity with curbside management strategies and urban corridor projects. * Experience ...

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Specification Manager information

What is a specification manager?

Specification Managers are professionals responsible for developing, maintaining, and overseeing the technical specifications and requirements for products or projects within an organization. They work closely with design, engineering, procurement, and quality teams to ensure that products meet industry standards, regulations, and client expectations. Their role often involves reviewing technical documents, coordinating with stakeholders, and supporting the sales or project teams by providing expertise on product specifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a specification manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Specification Manager, you need a strong understanding of construction materials, building regulations, and project management, usually supported by a degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management. Familiarity with specification writing software like NBS Chorus, BIM systems, and relevant technical standards is highly valued. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills help you build effective relationships with architects, contractors, and suppliers. These skills ensure accurate specification, compliance, and successful project delivery in a competitive construction environment.

What are some common challenges specification managers face when working with cross-functional teams?

Specification Managers often collaborate with sales, engineering, and product development teams to ensure product requirements align with client needs and regulatory standards. A common challenge is balancing differing priorities between departments, such as cost constraints versus quality requirements. Effective communication and negotiation skills are essential for resolving conflicts and ensuring all stakeholders are aligned. Building strong relationships and maintaining detailed documentation can help facilitate smoother collaboration and project success.

What is the difference between Specification Manager vs Procurement Specialist?

AspectSpecification ManagerProcurement Specialist
Primary RoleDevelops and manages technical specifications for products or projectsSources, negotiates, and purchases goods and services
Required CredentialsEngineering or technical background, certifications in specifications or quality managementProcurement or supply chain certifications, purchasing experience
Work EnvironmentDesign teams, engineering departments, project managementSuppliers, vendors, procurement departments
Industry UsageManufacturing, engineering, constructionManufacturing, logistics, construction

The Specification Manager focuses on creating and maintaining detailed technical specifications to ensure product quality and compliance, while the Procurement Specialist handles sourcing and purchasing to meet project needs. Both roles are essential in manufacturing and construction industries but serve different functions within the supply chain and project development process.

Electrical Project Manager

exp

Hamilton, ON

CA$80K - CA$120K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Electrical Project Manager 

Hamilton, ON

At EXP, we're driven to provide innovative solutions for the world's built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators, and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world's most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients, and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Are you ready to design your future?

Be our next Electrical Project Manager!
 

Your work environment at EXP


EXP is searching for an Electrical Project Manager to join our Mechanical/Electrical team in our Hamilton, ON office. The successful applicant will be joining a diverse engineering group in Central Canada poised for growth and challenging opportunities well into the future.
What a day at EXP has in store for you

  • Reports to the Mechanical/Electrical Manager or Project Manager with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision on projects from start to completion.
  • Contributes to preparation of project proposals and other business development efforts.
  • Able to lead and mentor design staff on all aspects of their work.
  • Responsible for meeting EXP's engineering quality standards on assigned projects.
  • Oversees development of design concepts and ensures proper application and execution.
  • Reviews designer's work regarding specifications, reports, code application, submittal review, equipment selection, deliverables, and drawings.
  • Responsible for applying EXP's risk management practices to all projects.
  • Leads the design team to produce schematic design, design development, tender and construction documents that meet the project requirements within the allocated schedule and budget.
  • Prepares, studies and reports on electrical system project work.
  • Executes complex electrical designs with conflicting design requirements or difficult coordination.
  • Contributes to revisions of company design standards and master specifications.
  • Evaluates value engineering (cost saving) items with respect to the associated risk.

What your experience looks like

  • The ideal candidate will have 5- years of experience in the Electrical Engineering field, with a preferred focus in building consulting engineering.
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree.
  • Registered Professional Engineer is required.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.) products and electrical design software.
  • AutoCAD experience required and REVIT MEP proficiency desired.

This job posting is for an existing position vacancy within our organization.

 

The salary range for this role is between $80K - $120K. The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: hrsupport@exp.com.


 

Our story

With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world's built and natural environments.

Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP's predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What makes us different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We're committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.

Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com.