Senior Project Engineer, Guideway Civil

Ledcor is seeking a motivated Senior Project Coordinator with a background in Light Rail Transit (LRT) and/or Civil Construction on Heavy Civil or Infrastructure Projects as our Guideway Team on the Capital Line Southeast LRT Expansion Project is expanding.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with a diverse range of project staff at every level, providing essential technical support to ensure the successful implementation of project and divisional management plans. As a problem solver, you’ll continuously seek and implement innovative solutions to keep our projects moving forward smoothly. Your contributions will be key in delivering projects on time and within budget.

Join our True Blue team on-site today and help us build something exceptional!

Essential Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain Ledcor systems and procedures throughout the project duration

• Support the site Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) program through participation in worksite inspections, the worksite observation program, safety meetings, etc 

• Work closely with Project Management to support overall activities. Support Superintendents and Project Coordinators where needed 

• Supervise, support and delegate tasks to Project Coordinators within the Project Team.   Support with training and development of junior staff

• Supervise development, reviewing and updating of Workplans and Field Installation Procedures 

• Support with Design development and working closely with Design Engineers of Record to troubleshoot issues

• Supervise and support with updating and reviewing Quantity Take-offs

• Manage systems utilized by field teams to monitor and track field installation progress

• Support with Cost Tracking activities.  Manage systems utilized by field teams to monitor and track installation progress related to cost performance and support Project Manager with internal Cost Reporting   

• Assist with development and monitoring of the project schedule and tracking of project milestones and deliverables; inputs and updates schedule throughout the project and reviews with Project Manager/Superintendent 

• Perform Inspections of construction installations to ensure work is adhering to project specification and relevant drawings.  Support with development and implementation of project Inspection and Testing Procedures (ITPs) 

• Support the request for information (RFI) process.  Review and ensure RFIs are written correctly and distributed to affected trades.  Ensure RFI logs and redlines are being maintained

• Support with administering the change management process by identifying and documenting contract changes.   Support Project Manager with development of change notices and related cost estimates

• Support the (sub) contract management process through the tendering, technical evaluation, and awarding of work or supply materials; assistance with the review and processing of invoices and progress claims, and assistance with the review of documents and inquiries.  Support with development and ongoing management of subcontracts

• Prepare and review purchase requisitions for approval and assist with procurement of materials and equipment

• Support the general administrative and recordkeeping functions including the review and distribution of documentation; daily reporting, preparation of correspondence and meeting minutes, tracking of project milestones and maintenance of files, logs, drawings and specifications

• Support the review, distribution, and filing of contract documents in accordance with the established project document distribution matrix

• Support project close-out by preparing turnover documents

Qualifications :

• Professional Engineering or Technology designation is an asset

• 5+ years of relevant work experience in the construction industry

• Must have experience in Civil Construction working on Heavy Civil, Infrastructure or related Industrial Projects.  Experience in Earthworks and Concrete Foundations/Structures is considered an asset.  Previous experience with Civil Undergrounds including duct bank construction is considered an asset.  Previous experience in Rail/Track Construction is considered an asset

• Supervisor/Leadership experience.  Must be comfortable and have experience with supporting and leading others within a project team

• Strong communication skills, confidence interacting with others in verbal and written form

• Ability to identify problems/issues and generate solutions. Ability to make sound decisions using standard procedures. Be able to “think outside of the box” when needed to provide solutions to technical and/or constructability issues

• Experience working directly with engineers of record to coordinate solutions to design and/or field constructability issues. Experience with Design-Build projects is considered an asset

• Able to read and understand construction documents. Must be comfortable and have experience reviewing shop drawings (including reinforcement and structural details)

• Scheduling experience. Must be comfortable performing, supervising and reviewing the overall Project Schedule including performing regular reviews of three-week look-ahead reporting. Experience with management of construction schedules from baseline to construction completion is considered an asset

• Subcontract Management experience. Experience working with Subcontractors and facilitation of Subcontracts (including scope of work and subcontract terms development, cost and change management)

• Cost Reporting and Performance tracking experience. Experience with project controls systems and reporting. Including supervising inputs required to general accurate cost projections and monitoring of overall performance

• Strong computer background including experience with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam and scheduling software, such as P6 or Microsoft Project. Experience with other construction planning and management software is an asset (3D model viewers, document management systems, etc.).

• Must be comfortable working in both an office and field environment

• Extensive experience of main construction office processes: project set up; subcontract management; change management; RFIs (request for information) and technical reviews; project closeout

• Capable of probing and listening carefully, presents information clearly in an appropriate style and persuades others in straightforward situations

• Willingness to contribute actively in team activities, sharing experiences and ideas

• Must have valid Class 5 drivers license

Work Conditions:

• This is a site-based position within the City of Edmonton

• Position will require both office and field work 

• Must be flexible on working hours to support field work needs

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.  

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.