Chief Power Engineer

Founded in 1982 by members of the Armoyan family, Armco Capital Inc. has grown from a small family business into a diversified and dynamic group of companies with locations in Canada and the US. Armco continues to grow; both in business diversification, development and its team of dedicated professionals. 

We are currently searching for a Chief Power Engineer to join our Bow Valley Square Team in Calgary, Alberta.

Scope:
The Chief Power Engineer is critical to the smooth operation and maintenance of our building systems and is required to oversee a team of building operators and building service providers. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role requires a high level of knowledge when it comes to building systems and equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for coordination, management and supervision of multiple vendors and contracts.
• Accountable for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of all building related systems including the mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems for the buildings.
• Assign and monitor projects and maintenance activities amongst Assistant Chief Engineer(s) and Building Operators.
• Review tenant requests to identify trends and work to improve service delivery with our tenants.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs with outside contractors and technicians.
• Oversee management of inventory tracking systems to ensure adequate inventory of supplies and materials to complete all tasks
• Manage and maintain the Preventative Maintenance System for the building.
• Responsible for coordinating and documenting all compliance and maintenance activities that are required by code including life safety. generators, sprinklers, fire alarm system and carbon monoxide detectors.
• Responsible for ensuring hot work procedures are adhered to by all staff and contractors.
• Liaise with Operations Manager to put forward energy efficiency programs, utilizing building software and industry best practices. Energy management experience is an asset.
• Develop and maintaining effective building-specific maintenance procedures.
• Work with the Operations Manager to develop, schedule, track, and report on operator training for safety and equipment maintenance.
• Immediately respond to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns.
• Complying with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, occupational health and safety, and company directives.
• Accountable for weekly reports submission to keep management team informed of current building operations.
• Assist with budget preparations, including vendor proposals, analysis of expenses and compilation of materials for management.
• Completing all required Safety Training as scheduled
• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining maintenance spending within budget amounts.
• Project management of operational projects including liaising with outside consultants, developing scope of work, obtaining quotes, monitoring workmanship, and controlling project costs.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.
• Build and lead a team of building operators, including on-boarding, training, mentoring, development, and performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Have a minimum of 5 years of operational experience in a high-rise office tower in a supervisory capacity as Assistant Chief or Senior/Lead Operator
• A valid Alberta Power Engineers license, minimum 4th Class, is required for this position.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Preference would be given to candidates with project management experience and are currently enrolled or have completed their SMT/SMA RPA/FMA or other BOMI and similar courses, or CFM/FMP or other IFMA courses.
• Have proven management and supervisory experience.
• Possess strong experience with working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems including HVAC and life safety systems, Base Building networks, SMART building technologies.
• Carry a good understanding of tenant building construction design and construction build outs, including MS Office: Excel, Outlook, Project, Word, and Excel.
• Literacy in Building Automation Systems, Angus Preventative Maintenance programs, and Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Have excellent time management skills and can easily prioritize tasks while managing other ongoing activities, ability to meet deadlines.
• Exhibit strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Thrive in organizations that constantly evolve and adapt.
• Embrace collaborative sharing of knowledge.

 Working Environment & Physical Demands

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment and technology such as computers, phones, and photocopiers
• May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations
• May require shift work and rotational on call duties
• Must have ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices
• Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

If this sound like a role suited for you, please submit your resume.

While we greatly appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.