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Change the World.\nAt AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.\nThere has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.\nWe're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.\n AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineering Manager/Team Lead to join our Buildings + Places team in a new position in Calgary, AB.\nThis position offers an exciting opportunity to provide technical leadership and mentorship within a growing multidisciplinary practice while delivering innovative mechanical engineering solutions for complex building projects across a variety of sectors, including commercial, institutional, healthcare, higher education, transit, government, industrial, and mission-critical facilities.\nThe successful candidate will serve as a senior technical leader responsible for guiding project delivery, supporting the development of mechanical engineering staff, and ensuring the successful execution of projects involving HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and building systems design. This individual will work collaboratively with architects, engineers, project managers, and clients to deliver high-quality, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions.\nJob Summary\nAs a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Team Lead, you will act as a senior technical resource and advisor for the mechanical engineering team, leading the design and delivery of complex building projects from planning through construction. You will provide mentorship and technical oversight to engineers, designers, and EITs while supporting resource planning, quality management, and project execution. The role requires strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and the ability to build relationships with clients and multidisciplinary teams.\nMajor Responsibilities\nResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:\nServe as a senior technical resource and subject matter expert for mechanical engineering projects within the Buildings + Places practice.\nLead and coordinate mechanical engineering teams in the delivery of complex building projects from concept design through construction administration and commissioning.\nProvide mentorship, coaching, and structured development opportunities for mechanical engineers, EITs, designers, and technical staff.\nSupport resource planning, workload management, and project staffing in collaboration with discipline leaders and project managers.\nLead the design and coordination of mechanical building systems\nDevelop and review engineering studies, reports, calculations, specifications, drawings, and technical documents.\nProvide specialized technical input and guidance for feasibility studies, condition assessments, system evaluations, and building performance assessments.\nLead interdisciplinary coordination efforts to ensure integration of mechanical systems with architectural, structural, electrical, and civil disciplines.\nConduct quality control reviews of engineering calculations, designs, models, specifications, and construction documentation.\nPrepare construction cost estimates, technical effort estimates, engineering work plans, and discipline schedules.\nSupport project managers in managing scope, budget, schedule, and technical deliverables.\nAnalyze complex engineering challenges and recommend innovative, practical, and cost-effective solutions.\nEnsure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and client requirements.\nParticipate in client meetings, technical presentations, stakeholder engagement sessions, and business development initiatives.\nSupport proposal preparation, project interviews, and pursuit activities for new opportunities.\nParticipate in site visits, field investigations, commissioning activities, and construction-phase services.\nReview shop drawings, respond to RFIs, evaluate change requests, and provide technical support during construction.\nIdentify opportunities to improve engineering processes, design standards, project delivery methodologies, and quality management practices.\nPromote innovation, continuous improvement, and the adoption of emerging technologies and sustainable design approaches.\nKey Leadership Responsibilities\nIn addition to project delivery responsibilities, the Team Lead will:\nFoster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment.\nSupport the recruitment, onboarding, and development of mechanical engineering talent.\nProvide ongoing performance coaching and technical mentorship to team members.\nAssist leadership with workforce planning and succession development initiatives.\nHelp establish and maintain technical standards, design best practices, and quality management processes.\nChampion knowledge sharing and continuous learning across the mechanical engineering team.\n Minimum Requirements\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline plus six (6) years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of education and experience.\nRegistered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Alberta or eligible for registration with APEGA.\nExperience designing and delivering mechanical systems for building projects.\nExperience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering and architectural teams.\nPreferred Qualifications\n10+ years of mechanical engineering experience within a consulting engineering environment.\nProven experience leading mechanical design teams and mentoring technical staff.\nExperience serving as a Mechanical Discipline Lead or Project Mechanical Lead on complex building projects.\nStrong knowledge of the National Building Code of Canada, Alberta Building Code, National Fire Code, ASHRAE standards, and related industry requirements.\nExperience designing HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and building automation systems.\nExperience conducting load calculations, equipment sizing, energy analyses, and building systems assessments.\nAdvanced proficiency with Revit MEP, AutoCAD, and building information modeling (BIM) platforms.\nExperience with high-performance building design, sustainability initiatives, and decarbonization strategies.\nStrong client relationship management and business development skills.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and independently lead complex technical assignments.\nKey Success Factors\nThe successful candidate will demonstrate:\nAdvanced mechanical engineering expertise across a broad range of building systems.\nStrong leadership, mentorship, and team development capabilities.\nSound engineering judgment and problem-solving skills.\nCommitment to technical excellence, quality, and client satisfaction.\nAbility to influence project outcomes and drive successful delivery of complex projects.\nStrong communication and stakeholder management skills.\nA collaborative mindset and passion for developing future engineering talent.\nA commitment to innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.\n Relocation is not available for this position.\nSponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.\nAt AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.\nAbout AECOM\nAECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.\nAECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.\nWhat makes AECOM a great place to work\nYou will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.\nAs an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. 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