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Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Discipline Lead to join our LRT team!
The Technical Discipline Lead will be part of the Technical Services team and be the technical point of reference for alignment-wide scope throughout the design, construction, testing, commissioning and close-out phases of the Edmonton Valley Line West (EVLW) LRT project.
What You'll Be Doing:
Be well versed in standard construction information management protocols such as requests for information, vendor shop drawing submissions and associated design reviews, design change management, non-conformance identification and resolution processes.
Be experienced in reading technical specifications and complex drawing sets to extract and understand design intent.
Interface between design and construction to manage and resolve issues from inception to closure and will ensure that any deviations are addressed appropriately to maintain the project risk profile and technical compliance with project requirements.
Understand design review and approval requirements, participate in record drawing preparation, and assist others with construction certification and assembly of turn-over records as construction is progressed
Communicate across various teams involved in design, construction, testing, commissioning and close-out, ensure that delivery is achieved within acceptable quality, cost and schedule parameters.
Understand the activity of the various project teams, identify and manage risks, and ensure good technical governance procedures are followed.
Must be able to read and interpret plans and specifications, and construction-related processes in the area of specialty
Potential to lead an asset.
Ability to communicate in all manners (oral, written, technology) and to follow oral and verbal instructions.
Ability to prepare detailed written reports
Capable of performing math calculations in order to perform engineering calculations, graphs and charts.
Proficient with computer programs, and propriety engineering software.
Able to balance competing tasks and work within a multi-disciplined team.
Ability to recognize hazardous work conditions and take action if necessary.
Able to use sound judgment.
Requires ability to climb ladders, inspect work above and below ground, work in confined spaces and negotiate terrain on in-progress construction sites.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, an associate’s degree in a technical discipline or construction-related field.
Exposure to or related experience on public infrastructure or transportation projects is preferred, with experience on LRT or rail projects.
0+ years of experience
Knowledge of public works contracts, and previous experience with P3 projects is required.
Prior experience with concrete construction, rail works, overhead catenary system equipment is preferred.
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in diverse, collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see new possibilities.We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!We’re committed to delivering innovative infrastructure, defense and security solutions to enable a sustainable, safer, smarter and more connected world.
Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance.
Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future.
Parsons has contributed to major infrastructure projects in Canada since the 1940’s, helping to design and build many well-known landscapes across the country, including the Regina Bypass, Turcot Exchange, Kicking Horse Canyon, Olivier-Charbonneau Bridge, and the Edmonton Light Rail Transit. Our markets are diverse, including Bridge, Tunnel, Road and Highway, Aviation, Rail and Transit, Smart Vehicle Solutions, Smart Mobility, Integrated Delivery, Environmental Remediation, Mining and Reclamation, and Water/Wastewater, as well as serving numerous industrial clients. The Parsons’ signature stands out and our achievements have been recognized via numerous awards for innovation and quality, particularly in long-span bridges, complex brigles, and major road networks expansions. Our teams work across Canada in many provinces, including Alberta, Ontario, Manitoba, British Columbia, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Northern Territories and the Yukon.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
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