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Mechanical & Electrical CoordinatorReporting to Director of Operations, the Mechanical/Electrical Coordinator will provide mechanical and electrical construction leadership in the forms of office/coordination work as well as field level supervision. They will coordinate activities required in the pre-construction, construction and start-up of all building systems, including, but not limited to, temporary services, site services, elevator, mechanical and electrical.
This position is primarily office-based in Edmonton but will require travel to the various project sites on a continual basis.What You Will Be Working On

Design Coordination

• Perform detailed reviews of all construction drawings to identify all potential conflicts between architectural/structural elements and mechanical/electrical installations.

• Review of mechanical shop drawings and coordination with electrical shop drawings.

• Review progress of mechanical and electrical trades.

• Assist in the selection of mechanical and electrical equipment, if required.

• Review constructability of proposed mechanical and electrical systems for projects.

• Schedule and monitoring of major mechanical and electrical deliverables.

Schedule

• Assist the Bird Project Manager and Project Superintendent in the overall project schedule development specifically with respect to site services, mechanical, electrical, elevator and fire suppression systems.

• Lead the development of the detailed testing and commissioning schedule by coordinating with consultants, trades and other subcontractors. Assist in coordinating it with the overall project schedule.

• Work with the team to find solutions to conflicts in structural, architectural, mechanical and electrical drawings and specifications and follow-up with consultants and sub-trades to completion.

Quality Control

• Develop QA/QC program on mechanical and electrical scope.

• Coordinate all Site Services / Elevator / Mechanical / Electrical Quality Control. Ensure trade work is being completed as per the plans and specifications.

• Witness pre-inspection testing and record progress. Coordinate consultant inspections as required.

• Maintain an inspection log - update as new inspections are received.

• Ensure the wall and ceiling inspections are completed by mechanical and electrical subcontractors and signed off prior to drywall and/or acoustic ceilings being installed.

• Review the progress of record drawings being maintained by the subcontractors.

• Conduct monthly site safety inspections.

• Plan, direct and coordinate on-site mechanical and electrical activities to comply with specifications, requirements and codes.

Sub-trade Coordination

• Understand the Building Systems and work directly with the site services, elevator, mechanical and electrical project managers and superintendents to assist in coordinating their work.

• Understand the complete Building Systems scope including bid documents, VE, Addenda, FF&E, etc. and be familiar with contracts to assure trade compliance.

• Attend weekly subcontractor coordination meetings.

• Perform regular site inspections to ensure general conformance and quality of the installations and to verify schedule progress.

• Monitor the subcontractor progress against the project schedule and ensure appropriate manpower levels are maintained. Report findings to the Site Superintendent and Project Manager.

• Review and verify progress payments of the Site Services, Elevator, Mechanical and Elevator subcontracts.

• Review the site services, elevator, mechanical and electrical contractors' monthly progress billing to ensure compliance with progress and equipment on site.

Submittals and Shop Drawings

• Produce, monitor and track a complete submittal log for all site services, elevator, mechanical and electrical subcontract submissions including commissioning and closeout of the build.

• Review all elevators, mechanical and electrical submissions prior to distribution to ensure completeness and conformance to the contract documents.

• Review all elevators, mechanical and electrical submissions prior to distribution to ensure completeness and conformance to the contract documents. Following return of these submissions from the consultant team, complete a secondary review to ensure no major changes in scope have occurred, return to subcontractor. Ensure all resubmissions are received in a timely manner.

• Identify and track M&E-related close-out documents to completion.

• Perform verification checks between shop drawings and specifications on all major equipment upon delivery to site.

• Stay current with all RFI's, CO's, addenda, and shop drawings.

Change Order Management

• Review all site instructions and change requests identifying the site services, elevator, mechanical, and electrical documents to ensure there is adequate information to provide adequate pricing, constructability and schedule impacts.

• Review all 'RFI's' against the drawings prior to submission to the consultant. Identify all costs and/or schedule impacts to the Project Manager.

• Review all site services, elevator, mechanical and electrical quotations and discuss all cost issues with the site service, elevator, mechanical and electrical subcontractors. if there are any questions or concerns. Identify comments and concerns to the Project Manager.

Site Services

• Assist all project staff in establishing the construction plan and temporary services layout.

• Assist the project team with temporary services procurement.

• Coordinate the installation and maintenance of site services: sewer, water, power, and gas.

• Maintain monthly reports and logs for all gas and power meters.

Commissioning and Building Occupancy

• Liaise with building authorities and regulatory agencies.

• Coordinate all facets of project close-out, including commissioning, operation and maintenance manuals, spare part inventory, deficiencies and warranty work.

• Lead mechanical and electrical closeout plan development and implementation.

• Expedite correction of all identified deficient items and verify all items have been corrected prior to re-inspection.

• Perform a constant review of the As-Built drawings and specifications and at project completion, obtain and verify final As-Built drawings and specifications submission for final payment release.

What We Are Looking For

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in construction management or related field

• 5+ years' experience in mechanical and electrical construction

• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering systems, principles and practices

• Knowledge of commercial construction practices and techniques and industry regulatory requirements

• Demonstrated success in providing value via constructability reviews, identified cost savings, market sensitivity and innovation

• Ability to lead and operate within an environment where change happens frequently

• Commitment to recruiting, mentoring, training, and retaining a focused team; the foresight and ability to delegate accordingly

• Strong leadership capability as evidenced by demonstrable success in team/collaborative work environments

• Ability to forge, grow and maintain positive relationships

• Ability to apply structured thinking, simplifying complex problems to a creative resolution

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities; capable of handling pressure and challenges

• Ability to work within tight deadlines and prioritization of work to achieve them

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, troubleshooting, problem-solving skills, and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail

• Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals; ability to work in challenging, fast paced environment

• Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude

• Superior written and verbal communication skills

For Those Who Seek to Redefine

The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people - where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada's skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

What We Believe InWe Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.

We Lead With Honesty

We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.

We Are Stronger Together

Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.

We Are Driven To Do Great Work

We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.

We Create Opportunity

Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

At Bird, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and believe it is essential to our success. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action in our commitment to building progress in our organization, and the industry as a whole. Cultivating an environment where all employees feel included, seen, and have a sense of belonging is core to Bird's culture. We commit to proactively employing a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work, fostering an environment of continuous learning, and never compromising on our values.