Senior Associate - Relocation to Edmonton

Senior Associate – Mechanical Engineer, P. Eng/P.L Eng

Edmonton, Alberta | Relocation Opportunity | Leadership | Business Development | Partnership Track

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking to take the next step into senior leadership?

We're partnering with a well-established, award-winning consulting engineering firm seeking a Senior Associate – Mechanical Engineer to help lead and grow its Edmonton operations. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys mentoring teams, developing client relationships, and contributing to the strategic direction of a growing business while remaining involved in technically challenging projects.

This is more than a traditional engineering role - it's an opportunity to become a key member of the leadership team, influence business decisions, and position yourself for long-term growth toward Principal and ownership opportunities.

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide technical leadership on a diverse portfolio of mechanical building systems projects.
• Lead the design and delivery of HVAC, plumbing, hydronic, fire protection coordination, and mechanical building systems.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, developers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities while supporting proposal preparation and presentations.
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior and intermediate engineers and designers.
• Oversee project delivery from concept through construction administration.
• Review designs, calculations, specifications, reports, and drawings for quality assurance.
• Collaborate closely with the firm's leadership team on strategic planning and continued growth of the Edmonton office.
• Assist with resource planning, project staffing, budgeting, and financial performance.
• Represent the firm within the local engineering community through networking and industry events.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.).
• 10+ years of consulting engineering experience focused on building mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and projects.
• Strong background designing HVAC, plumbing, hydronic, and mechanical building systems.
• Experience managing projects from proposal through construction completion.
• Proven business development experience with existing client relationships or a strong ability to develop new ones.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in contributing to the long-term growth of the business.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and client expectations.

Project Portfolio

You'll have the opportunity to work on notable projects across:

• Healthcare
• Institutional
• Commercial
• Mixed-Use Developments
• Multi-Family Residential
• Education
• Municipal
• Industrial

Why This Opportunity?

This firm has built an outstanding reputation within Western Canada for technical excellence, collaborative project delivery, and long-standing client relationships.

They offer:

• Leadership role with significant autonomy
• Opportunity to influence the growth and direction of the business
• Collaborative and supportive leadership team
• Diverse, technically challenging projects
• Strong internal mentorship culture
• Long-tenured employees and excellent staff retention
• Flexible work environment
• Clear career progression toward Principal and ownership
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of the Edmonton office

Relocation Opportunity

This position is based in Edmonton, Alberta.

The successful candidate will be open to relocating to Edmonton and becoming a key member of the firm's leadership team. Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Annual performance bonus
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching
• Professional development support
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Flexible work arrangements
• Relocation assistance (where applicable)
• Clear pathway toward Principal and ownership opportunities

If you're looking to move beyond project delivery and into a role where you can help shape a team, grow a business, and influence the future direction of a respected consulting engineering firm, we'd love to hear from you.
Email me directly at: Jennifer Ramos, [email protected] or connect with me on LinkedIn