Mechanical Team Lead Job In Saskatoon

WSP is currently seeking a Mechanical Team Lead to join our Resources team in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.  Reporting to the Mechanical Engineering Manager, this position will be required to lead and execute the mechanical engineering efforts for the growing Resources team as well as provide management and oversight to local Mechanical Engineering team in Saskatoon.

As a Mechanical Engineer within the Resources team, you will work on both new construction and brownfield projects. The Resources team provides services to mining, industrial, manufacturing, institutional and government clients. You will apply your mechanical engineering design knowledge on project work from conceptual design and studies through to project completion. Effective communication, technical quality, cost-effectiveness, building and maintaining client relationships, and providing guidance to a team of engineers and designers are integral parts of this role.

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• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
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• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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• Take responsibility for ensuring that WSP Project procedures are utilized on all projects.
• Providing specialist guidance in the design and delivery of complex engineering projects within the Mechanical discipline
• Provide leadership to mechanical team to ensure effective team development and performance
• Complete feasibility studies and technical report writing.
• Support the planning, scheduling, cost control activities in the design as related to the Project Plan
• Responsible for reviewing and stamping drawings (as required), using experience in interpreting design codes and regulatory requirements.
• Establishing scope of work for each project or proposal
• Scheduling and expediting work of the mechanical department
• Supervising an engineering group involved in the conception, planning and development of engineering design, projects, processes, proposals, and estimates
• Guiding through to completion in accordance with the schedule and budget on assigned major project of high technical complexity
• Assisting in the negotiation of critical engineering issues
• Implementing, and maintaining existing and new design standards, guides, and procedures
• Assigning and reviewing work of subordinate design engineering staff
• Define scope and create WBS
• Verify scope with client and follow procedures to monitor and control changes on project
• Work with disciplines to understand the cost and schedule impact of changes
• Accountable for establishing basic design criteria for the project with the client; 
• Advocate the usage of and confirm compliance with all of the client and corporate procedures
• Expected to work with all levels of the organization in a cohesive manner.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Able to communicate, understand, express and apply basic technical, business or administrative concepts.
• Superior organizational and time-management skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Decision and problem-solving ability.
• Proven ability to multi-task and efficiently respond to changing priorities.
• Accepts coaching, knowledge and support from more experienced staff.

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

• Define and steward the commitment to Health and Safety on the projects
• Adhere to the defined Corporate objectives; brief and assist subordinates with understanding, and provide linked sub-objectives that have applicability to their work
• Meeting targets and deadlines
• Achievement of individual business objectives
• Seek out assistance and ask questions of company leaders and experts
• Lead by example and promote a positive environment rooted in communication, ownership and camaraderie
• Maintain an open-mind when receiving constructive feedback and apply recommendations towards self-improvement.
• Build and maintain WSP’s brand/reputation both internally and externally.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• 10-20 years of experience in a consulting environment focused on Mining and/or Industrial clients 
• People management/mentorship experience.
• Be fluent in the English language with excellent verbal and written communication skills with working knowledge of the Microsoft suite of programs,
• Member or eligible to be a member of APEGS as a professional engineer in Saskatchewan;
• Working knowledge of CSA standards, ANSI standards, ASME standards, and other applicable codes;
• Must be able to attend industrial sites and observe all applicable safety regulations;
• Project experience in mills, smelters, mines, industrial sites, infrastructure, refinery, ports, material handling, pulp and paper is beneficial;
• Experience with renewable energy systems a benefit;
• Must possess a valid driver’s license;
• Must possess a team player attitude and be able to work in project team environment;
• Ability to communicate in French language is an asset.