We Are Canem Systems
Canem Systems is a leading full-service electrical and mechanical contractor, offering comprehensive services across Canada. Our expertise spans design assistance, pre-construction, planning, installation, and maintenance. We excel in delivering sophisticated solutions for complex projects and provide a wide range of specialized trade services, including electrical, mechanical, data, and communications.
With eight offices across Canada and a dedicated workforce of over 700 professionals, Canem Systems operates in diverse public and private market sectors. Our extensive knowledge, capabilities, and experience enable us to support projects in commercial, healthcare, transportation, light industrial, and data centre sectors.
Reporting to the Director, Major Pursuits, we are seeking two experienced engineering professionals to join our Major Projects team:
• Pursuits Manager – Electrical
• Pursuits Manager – Mechanical
Both roles will share a common mandate focused on competitive pursuits, preconstruction, and constructability, while providing technical leadership within their respective disciplines.
It is preferred that these positions be based out of Calgary, however, other Canem office locations will be considered equally.
Responsibilities
- Lead major pursuits for projects that are executed using collaborative delivery model type DB, PDB, MDB, and DBFM
- Support pre-construction for projects that are executed using collaborative delivery model type DA, Sub-CM, and ACM
- Support branches with IPD projects during Validation period, including big room attendance
- Collaborate with consultant and contractor teams
- Coordinate with estimators, vendors, and construction teams to develop Capital and O&M justifications for design solutions
- Use engineering experience to develop BOMs
- Support Pre-fabrication PMs with project specific modifications to standard assemblies
- Provide engineering support to branches through shop drawing reviews, and code compliance
- Provide mentorship to direct reports
What We Offer
- Up to 6% company matching pension program
- 4 weeks paid vacation annually, plus 1 week off with pay between Christmas and New Years
- Industry leading Health and Insurance benefits
- Merit bonus and profit sharing eligibility
- Ongoing support for your growth and development, including mentoring programs, training opportunities, and continuing education support
- An active social club that promotes social activities in and outside the office
What We Are Looking For
- 15 years total experience in engineering and construction
- Degree or diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
- Design experience in Healthcare and Mission Critical projects
- Experience with Collaborative Contract models
- Current knowledge of electrical, building and municipal codes and regulations
- Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills
- Strong time management skills, specifically the ability to multi-task and re-prioritize
- Ability to obtain PSPC Secret level clearance is an asset
The People Behind our Work
At Canem, we prioritize a high commitment to the employee experience, fostering a professional and engaged workforce. We are dedicated to building an inclusive and collaborative community, driven by a strong sense of belonging, well-being, and social responsibility. Our people are what matter most; without them, our business would not exist. Our teams are comprised of construction professionals who deliver on our commitments with integrity and professionalism for all clients across diverse market sectors throughout Canada.
Safety, To Us It’s Personal
We put safety first. Our holistic health and safety culture is rooted in our commitment to work in a spirit of collaboration with all employees, trade partners, clients, and suppliers to foster the healthy and safe work environment that every worker deserves. Our goal is to ensure that everyone goes home safe every day.
