Principal Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

Your role as a Principal, Senior Mechanical Engineer is to assist in leading a team of highly skilled Engineers, Engineers in Training, Technologists, Designers and Co-Op staff to successfully execute projects of varying sizes and complexity. The Senior Mechanical Engineer role is also responsible for contributing to the development, mentoring, and coaching of team members using your specialized knowledge of mechanical systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standards. You will be responsible for aligning and enforcing technical quality for all your deliverables and advance the efficiency and efficacy of all mechanical team members in Edmonton Alberta.

Our clients come from both private and public entities. Some of our project types include new construction and renovation of:

• Healthcare
• Warehouses, Distribution Centres, Fulfillment Centres, and Parcel Sortation Facilities
• Vehicle maintenance facilities for light rail, heavy rail, bus, fleet, etc.
• Municipal and civic buildings
• Higher Education/Institution
• Science and Technology

Your Key Responsibilities

• Workload and resource planning with the Industrial Mechanical team, coordinating with the Team Leads and team members – including Engineers, Engineers in Training, Technologists, and Co-Ops.
• Engages with other team members and other mechanical staff within the BC to assist with technical development.
• Internal leadership in design excellence, coaching, recruitment and retention.
• Can lead and assist in the development of single-discipline
• Provide fee development and technical writing support for mechanical components of medium to large multi-disciplinary proposals.
• Providing technical input and support for large projects of high complexity.
• Evaluates, selects, specifies, and engineers all mechanical engineered systems or products for a project.
• Engages in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams and other visual formats.
• Utilizes BIM technologies in the development of three-dimensional models of building’s mechanical systems and provides markups for junior engineers.
• Prepares and revises documentation in various mechanical phases including site plans, floor plans, diagrams, and details.
• Leads project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors.
• Participates in client project requirement meetings, value analysis, and basic cost estimating.
• Leads the preparation and coordination of the project specifications with construction documents.
• Participates in constructability review.
• Conducts quality assurance and quality control on own projects and projects of peers.
• Assists in the development of new standards and specifications for the mechanical group.
• Develops project scope, budgets, and design approach for all sizes of projects.
• Oversees and manages multiple projects.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Requisite knowledge and application of applicable building codes and applicable building and energy codes.
• General understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.
• Must be able to qualify for Security Clearance with the Department of National Defense.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Presentation and interview skills are preferred.
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD, Revizto, and heat load calculation software.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in Mechanical Engineering & Licensed Professional Engineer.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

**Pay Transparency:** In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

**Benefits Summary:** Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

**Primary Location:** Canada | AB | Edmonton

**Organization:** 1153 Buildings-CA Alberta-Edmonton AB

**Employee Status:** Regular

**Management Level:** Senior manager

**Business Justification:** New Position

**Travel:** Yes

**Schedule:** Full time

**Job Posting:** 30/03/2026 09:03:27

**Req ID:** 1005036