Associate Principal

Location: Edmonton, AB
Job Type: Hybrid - WFH + In Office

Who We Are

Smith + Andersen is a trusted, Canadian, multi-disciplinary engineering firm with ten office locations in five provinces and approximately 700 employees. Our employees contribute to some of the most innovative and sustainable building design projects in Canada, impacting the community through landmark projects such as hospitals, transit stations, parks, and government buildings.

Our values drive and define everything we do, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability, mentorship, and quality work that spans nearly six decades. We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and selected as one of Canada’s Best Workplaces.

This Opportunity

The Edmonton office of Smith + Andersen is currently seeking an Associate Principal for our Electrical Department, qualified in project engineering of building services. You are a strong leader who builds relationships with colleagues and clients, and your knowledge of electrical engineering makes you the go-to on a project team. You can juggle multiple projects and priorities while pushing the electrical team to realize their potential.

Why choose Smith + Andersen?

• Competitive salary
• Flexible hours and half-day Fridays (all year round)
• Comprehensive Group Health Benefits Program, including a Health Spending Account
• Group Retirement Savings Plan (Employer and Employee Contributions)
• Employee Share Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Purchase Time Off Program (PTO)
• Transit Subsidy Program
• Community and social events
• Great Place to Work-Certified
• Best Workplaces in Canada
• Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness

What You'll Do:

Business Planning & Development

• Demonstrates a key role in developing and sustaining the vision of the partnership.
• Actively participates in setting goals, long-term planning, and developing vision.
• Shows initiative to assess business practices holistically.
• Participates in the operation of the business, ensuring profitability is paramount.
• Promotes all disciplines and services.
• Involved in managing the operation of the firm, including attending meetings and events.
• Leads the firm into new areas, markets, and technologies.
• Attends industry functions to be a recognized member of the community.
• Involved in marketing, promotion, and ad sales, including client liaison and proposal preparation.

Project Management

• Involved in project management, overseeing profitability, project assignments, and staffing.
• Ensures compliance with quality control projects.
• Reviews projects for Professional Engineer documentation compliance.

Leadership/People Management

• Considered a leader in the office and community.
• Involved in hiring strategies, interviewing candidates, and conducting performance reviews.

Who You Are:

• Minimum 10 years of project engineering experience in Electrical building services.
• P. Eng. license or professional designation in Alberta preferred.
• Strong leadership qualities and ability to work independently and direct a team.
• Experience in complex environments with multiple projects and clients.
• Excellent communication skills demonstrated through client and staff relations.
• Experience coordinating major projects with other consultants and contractors.
• Thorough understanding of provincial building code, electrical code, and relevant standards.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• LEED certification or experience with sustainable design is an asset.
• Experience contacting clients for future work and preparing proposals.

Accommodations

Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process. Successful applicants will be advised of Smith + Andersen’s accommodation policies at the time of the employment offer. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Diversity

Smith + Andersen is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates of any age, culture, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, race, ethnicity, family status, religion, mental or physical status, or veteran status.

About Smith + Andersen:

Smith + Andersen is a trusted Canadian consulting engineering firm with offices across the country. Founded in 1965, we have grown from mechanical and electrical consultants to leaders in engineering and design excellence.

For more information about Smith + Andersen, please visit our website at www.smithandandersen.com.

Recruitment Agencies

Smith + Andersen welcomes interest from individual applicants. For resumes submitted by agencies or recruiters without an agreement, Smith + Andersen will not pay any referral fees.

Smith + Andersen is an equal opportunity employer.