Project Technical Lead

Project Technical Lead Overview

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Réalis Project Delivery team is hiring a Project Technical Lead (PTL) based out of our Vancouver office. PTLs are responsible for the timely and efficient coordination and delivery of transmission and substation projects for major utility clients. Our team designs, develops, and delivers engineering, including system planning and studies, procurement, and construction solutions for high voltage power transmission line and substation projects in North America and abroad.

Projects vary in size and complexity, requiring PTLs to manage multiple projects simultaneously. PTLs manage activities including budget, schedule, quality assurance, engineering, procurement support, construction management support and safety.

• Lead project technical teams to develop and efficiently deliver effective technical solutions on large electricity utility projects, incorporating value engineering, safety by design, constructability and hazard identification.
• Develop budget and schedule targets in conjunction with the client, the Atkins
  
  Réalis engineering team and the proposal team.
• Ensure the schedule stays on track, inform the client of any risks and potential delays, and monitor progress of engineering packages, providing accurate monthly forecasts internally and to the client.
• Work with the client and engineering team to deliver the agreed technical scope on time and within budget.
• Coordinate and lead quality control for review packages at all stages of the project cycle.
• Maintain close liaison with client and other utility representatives, ensuring client endorsement of the proposed solutions.
• Review and seal key engineering delivery documents.
• Ensure all technical outputs conform to the project scope, are safe, fit for purpose and meet appropriate quality confirmed by independent review and the client.

• Experienced engineering professional (P. Eng) registered within BC (or has immediate eligibility for registration) with a sound technical understanding of the relevant field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in a related role within an EPCM or project–based environment.
• Demonstrable experience of the detailed design delivery model, including all phases of the project (Needs, Feasibility, Definition, Detailed Design, Construction and Close Out).
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams delivering projects within the electricity utility sector is considered an asset.
• Experience working within substation and transmission projects and/or engineering consultancy services is considered an asset.

Pay Range: $98,100 – $134,900 annually.

Base salaries are determined according to several parameters such as skills, experience and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also considered in our offers.

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Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology