Playing an important part in the Design Team, the Intermediate Mechanical Designer/Engineer is a team player with the ability to receive and execute instructions from the Senior team members or Project Manager with general supervision. The Intermediate Mechanical Designer/Engineer will prepare drawings of existing building systems and prepare drawings for renovations and new construction of moderate complexity based on verbal instructions, sketches and/or formal documents. The position also requires performing heating & cooling load calculations, preparing plans and other drawings for construction, performing inspections of existing facilities to determine and verify existing systems and details, and utilizing design equipment and technology.
EDUCATION / LICENSING / CERTIFICATION Mechanical Designer - Diploma – Technologist, Mechanical / Building Science / Building Systems Mechanical Engineer – Bachelor’s Degree – Mechanical Engineering Project Portfolio to demonstrate Revit experience and capabilities Driver’s License
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 5-8 years of experience in the engineering consulting industry, specifically building system design & construction Moderate experience in complex systems design such as laboratories, healthcare, institutional, and civic projects is required. Good understanding of HVAC, Heat Pump systems, Hydronic systems, plumbing systems, and fire protection systems design is required Possession of a solid understanding of construction protocols and processes and a proven ability to interpret contract documents (drawings and specifications) Experience working on LEED and NetZero projects would be considered an asset. Experience with energy modelling software such as IES, eQuest, and RETscreen would be considered an asset. Good understanding and experience with BIM REVIT MEP is required to perform in this role. Ability to use HAP software load calculation and/or E-Quest for modeling Ability to perform complete and detailed site take-off Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal Highly organized and can prioritize multiple tasks and demonstrate a flexible approach to work assignments Highly motivated individual who works independently An enthusiastic team player who loves challenges, thrives on hard work, and looks forward to sharing in the rewards of corporate and personal success with a team environment Willingness to continue education in industry related programs Ability to handle stressful situations in an amicable manner Attention to detail and accuracy are required
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Generate mark-ups for junior staff for HVAC, Hydronics, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems Ability to use HAP software load calculation and/or E-Quest for heating/cooling load calculation or modelling Perform some system selection, with direction from Senior Engineer/Designer such as – diffusers, variable air volume boxes, terminal heating equipment, air valves, heat pumps, fans, etc. Complete design and calculations of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and controls for small/mid/large scale projects with minimal supervision from Senior team members. Fluency with BIM REVIT MEP and use of Navisworks for coordination, AutoCAD, and MS Office Fluency with Bluebeam to review drawings and develop design markups for coordination. Support Construction Administration team in the review and issuance of documents such as RFI response, CCO’s, CO’s, shop drawing review, and perform on site field reviews. Co-ordinate project information and work with all disciplines, including but not limited to, architectural, electrical, structural, geotechnical, and civil as required Strong communication skills with both internal teammates and external clients/project stakeholders Understanding of contracts related to our industry Good working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, ASHRAE, NFPA, CSA and industry standards Fluency in the design and construction process, building science, and building systems Capable of conducting site assessments and building system audits Preparation of project reports and presentations at design milestones Coordination with suppliers, contractors, and other design disciplines Ability to work with clients and consultant groups to manage a project, with supervision from Senior team members. General understanding of the sustainability implications of mechanical building system technologies Preparation of tender documents and assistance in the development of specifications with supervision from Senior team members.
DEMONSTRATE ABILITY TO: Deliver design excellence: meet/exceed project success criteria Integrate the three pillars of sustainability into the design process: social, financial, environmental Develop and sustain relationships with client and consultant groups Work on multiple projects simultaneously Provide quality documents with minimal mark-ups Execute engineering calculations, small equipment selection, and design layouts with minimal supervision from Senior team members Provide completely coordinated documents Be receptive to feedback to optimize professional growth and contribution Mentor and coach junior team members Work in an environment by sharing, collaborating, and assisting others Engage in self-initiated learning and professional development Reflect the company mission vision and values and contribute positively to the company culture
As part of the hiring process, applicants are required to take a Behavioural Assessment, using the link below:
ROLE A technical expert who shares our deep commitment to sustainable design and who will leverage the capabilities of building information modeling toward achieving higher sustainable and energy performance.
The role requires both technical and management skills, knowledge of architecture, building elements, building details, specifications, and construction methodology. The BIM Manager will maintain and enhance the firm’s established standards of model generation, detailing and coordination across all disciplines using Revit Autodesk software. The BIM Manager will be capable of understanding and mapping the whole process and content of design by coordinating the disciplines and modelers. It is a key consideration to understand how the parts fit together and bring integrity to the design disciplines. Interest and knowledge of plug-in and companion software are desired.
The BIM Manager will manage and delegate tasks for standards management, content/template creation and be responsible for the quality control of model creation. The BIM Manager reports to the project managers and project architects for project-based work and is responsible for ensuring project teams are provided with the proper support to develop well resolved BIM/Revit documentation. This includes ensuring we adhere to spatial and detail coordination and reflect documentation standards based on company protocols. For firm wide initiatives, training and quality assurance, the BIM Manager reports directly to the Managing Principal, Operations. In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible to provide training and support to our Revit Team on standards, software upgrades and to host regular Revit sessions to cultivate the skillset of the team. We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-initiated architect or senior technologist with BIM/REVIT credentials who wishes to lead the enthusiastic and talented design and technology team.
An approximate breakdown of time allocation,
35% on billable projects overseeing the model work such as the following: Ensuring a BIM Execution plan is created and followed on all projects, assisting the team in the enforcement of the plan with the consultant team. Conducting model audits and collaborating with the team to address critical items Creation of families for new building elements for use on a specific project
20% on office standards/templates/families Refinement of our existing documents and creation of new to improve workflow and drive procedures.
15% on Management/Research Research of new programs/tools/processes that would assist with productivity. Developing and managing a BIM budget Preparing and presenting a business case to the management team for training, upgrades, recruitment needs based on project projections.
30% on the training and development of our Revit team determining skills levels planning and implementing a development program for each user onboarding/training of new hires implementing the roll out of updates to our current programs.
EDUCATION / LICENSING / CERTIFICATION Diploma / Degree in Architecture from an accredited post-secondary institution or Diploma in Architectural or Construction Engineering Technology Eligibility for licensing or certification in the following: OAA, OAAA, PEO, AATO
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 5 years of experience as a BIM/Revit Manager in the architectural field on construction projects 7 to 10 years working with Revit with recognized REVIT Certification Substantial experience with construction and related knowledge of constructability and construction processes Experience with healthcare, research labs, post-secondary institutions, municipal facilities, transit and operational facilities, multi-unit residential, heritage, feasibility studies, master planning, Clear understanding of sustainable design principles Extensive experience working with new construction, renovations, heritage and LEED projects
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Detailed understanding of architecture, design and the construction process Extensive knowledge of building materials, systems and details Extensive experience with the production of contract documents Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage others in open dialogue in a positive and learning manner Strong proficiency with Autodesk software such Navisworks and AutoCAD Excellent aptitude in and knowledge of Work Sharing and Work Sets Ability to review and manage multiple models/projects Ability to lead in the creation and modification of and Revit Families Solid technical understanding of Revit MEP (Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing) Experience working with Autodesk Cloud Collaboration is essential Experience in task automation (Dynamo, pyRevit, Macros) is an asset A willingness to work in a team environment and take a very active role in fostering a positive learning environment and providing informative feedback Growing ability to work with consultant groups
SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE: It is essential to have a strong skill base in the utilization of the following software: BIM (Revit), Navis Works, ACC/BIM360, Understanding of AutoCAD, Bluebeam, in particular Bluebeam Studio, MS Word, MS Excel, Clarity, CMS (Content Management System) like HIVE or Content Catalog, Understanding of Sketchup, Rhino, Grasshopper and other Design Applications for whole design process and workflow integration
DEMONSTRATED ABILITY TO: Meet/exceed project success criteria Integrate the three pillars of sustainability into the design process: social, financial, environmental Excel at several core competencies Plan and oversee multiple Revit models simultaneously Maintain strong working relationships with internal team members and external consultants Guide, mentor and coach team members to produce well-coordinated, quality models/documents Take direction and learn from direct report, project managers and senior team Create and maintain a team environment by sharing, collaborating, mentoring, and coaching others Lead by example and encourage others to engage in self-initiated learning and professional development Inspire others to embrace the company mission vision and values and lead the company culture
As part of the hiring process, please take the Behavioural Assessment using the link below:
mcCallumSather is looking to grow and expand the skill set of our technical team. To build on our success as a firm and the capabilities of our technical team, we are looking for a person to fill the role of Technologist. Through their experience & leadership, the successful candidate will work with a highly motivated team capable of enthusiastically providing high-quality documentation, focusing on quality not quantity. As a senior team member, they will actively work on select projects and act as a mentor to our intermediate and junior technical team members, developing our team’s core competencies in technical design, building science and BIM. Reporting to and under the general supervision of the Production Document Lead, the successful candidate will fulfill an essential role in the office by working alongside the technical team and the project managers/project architects. The professional in this role will oversee the preparation of contract documents using Revit to ensure a high level of quality, coordination, and compliance with the firms’ standards. Work Location can either be in Hamilton, Kitchener or Toronto.
Direct Report: Principals, Production Document Lead
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide mentorship and training to the technical teams with a specific focus on the production of contract documents, the coordination of consultant documents, building systems interface and building envelop detailing. Lead in the Production of Contract Documents on select projects. Ensure CAD / Revit Standards, quality assurance and quality control procedures are followed during various stages of the project. Review specifications and work with the team in understanding the coordination process between drawing production, detailing and specifications. Inform the BIM process and development of Revit Families. Work to and meet project timelines. Influence, assist in developing and meeting project budgets. Support construction administration personnel, including field reviews and co-ordination, review and issuance of change orders, clarifications and RFI responses on an occasional or as required basis. Co-ordinate project information and work with all internal and/or external disciplines including but not limited architectural, electrical, geotechnical and civil as required.
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS Quality of work meets / exceeds requirements and specifications of Principals, project architects and clients. Proven growth of intermediate and junior team members in their understanding and ability to produce quality documents. Document improvement resulting in less questions during tender and less issues during construction. Projects are completed on budget and on time. Demonstrated ability to work with various levels of people within consultant teams and client organizations.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS – SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES 8+ years of regional professional experience. Substantial and relevant experience with the design and detailing of institutional, commercial, recreational, and multi-unit residential design and construction of a significant size and advanced level of complexity Experience working on LEED projects. Ability to manage a variety of complex projects simultaneously. Strong design & excellent analytic skills. Strong communication skills and ability to work with various personality types. Ability to collect field data and accurately record findings. Strong working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and BIM standards Strong working knowledge of / experience using Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite and general computer skills. Excellent REVIT modelling and working drawing production skills with family creation (both detail and parametric model) and material creation an invaluable asset Very strong production drawing acumen with a clear focus and proficiency with detailing based on experiential understanding of building science and project experience. Possession of a solid understanding of construction and Contract Administration process. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization as well as with customers and vendors. Comfortable working in a multi-faceted team. Highly motivated individual who works independently in a fast-paced environment. Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and amicable manner. Rigorous attention to detail and accuracy. Must be willing to work in both the Kitchener and Hamilton offices. Travel to Hamilton for team training and collaboration will be required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS – EDUCATION / LICENSING / CERTIFICATION / OTHERS College Diploma – Architecture Technologist Driver’s License Professional Membership - While a membership in an accredited technical-based Professional Organization in the Province of Ontario is not a requirement, it is a valuable asset for the Candidate to possess.
As part of the hiring process, please take the Behavioural Assessment using the link below:
About Us:
mcCallumSather seek project architects who are passionate about sustainability and experienced in healthcare environments. With locations in Hamilton, Kitchener, Toronto, and Kincardine, we offer exciting growth opportunities across various sectors. Our clients value our multidisciplinary, integrated team, expertise, creativity, and market-specific designs—and we make the process enjoyable! Our team members thrive in an energetic, creative environment where entrepreneurial spirit is encouraged, and each person has the opportunity to shape their own career path.
About the Role:
Reporting to and under the general supervision of the firm Principals, the Project Architect will fulfill an essential role in the office by working alongside the firm Principals to oversee healthcare and research projects from design through construction. This role involves working directly with clients, consultants, designers, and technical teams to prepare the necessary documents for the project. In addition, it requires active engagement within the firm to promote the culture and engage positively with all staff members. Establishing, nurturing, and maintaining client relationships is a key component of this position as well as facilitating the promotion of the firm with outside individuals and agencies. The position requires attention to detail, a proactive positive attitude, and excellent communications skills.
Education/Licensing/Certifications:
• Intern member of the OAA or Licensed Architect, OAA • Lean Green Belt or Black Belt certification • EDAC certification is not required but is considered an asset • PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is not required but is considered an asset • LEED accreditation or similar is not required but is considered an asset • Driver’s license
Professional Experience:
• 5-7 years of regional professional experience directly related to Healthcare Design • Experience and working knowledge of complex building typologies in Labs and Healthcare LEED projects • Expertise on healthcare sector projects with experience in all phases of project delivery and various types of healthcare projects (acuity level, public vs. private, etc) • Experience on P3 projects (Design-Build-Finance or Design-Build-Finance-Maintain) • Experience working on LEED, Zero Carbon Building, and Well projects is considered an asset
Knowledge & Skills:
• Experience with Functional Programming within Healthcare Sector • Experience using Revit, Microsoft 365/Office, Bluebeam, dRofus • General understanding of Microsoft Project, Illustrator, InDesign, Sketch-Up • Proficiency in Miro is considered an asset • Ability to prepare and follow project work plans and schedules that align work with fee projections • Understanding of project financial management (resource scheduling, time tracking, invoicing) • Ability to organize and lead effective client and consultant meetings with agendas and minutes • Experience with Capital Planning submissions to the Ontario Ministry of Health • Knowledge of building code and other regulatory requirements applicable to healthcare projects • Ability to prepare high quality design, construction drawings and specifications • Solid understanding of Construction and Contract Administration processes • Strong communication skills with both internal teammates and external clients/project stakeholders • Understanding of contracts related to our industries • Fluency in the design and construction process, building science, and building systems • Capable of conducting site assessments and building system audits • Preparation of project reports and presentations at design milestones • Coordination with suppliers, contractors, and other design disciplines • Ability to work with clients and consultant groups to manage a project, with supervision • Understanding of the sustainability implications of building systems and finishes • Preparation of tender documents and assistance in the development of specifications • Review of construction budgets • Provide/assist in construction review and collaborate with team members to issue the necessary documentation
Demonstrated Ability To:
• Deliver design excellence: meet/exceed project success criteria • Integrate the three pillars of sustainability into the design process: social, financial, environmental • Develop and sustain relationships with client and consultant groups • Work on multiple projects simultaneously • Provide quality documents with minimal mark-ups • Determine/draw/delegate critical building sections and plan details • Provide completely coordinated documents • Be receptive to feedback to optimize professional growth and contribution • Demonstrate an ability to be coachable and display a team-orientated attitude • Mentor and coach junior team members • Work in a team environment by sharing, collaborating, and assisting others • Engage in self-initiated learning and professional development • Reflect the company mission vision and values and contribute positively to the company culture
