Job Description

Department: Campus Planning Design and Development
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph
If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant.
General Purpose
Reporting to the Director, Campus Planning, Design and Development, the Manager, Mechanical Design will be responsible for the management of the mechanical design group and its respective client relationships and is part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for management and delivery of a variety of capital, planning, and maintenance related projects.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage a Mechanical Design team and external consultants and contactors who deliver numerous major and minor projects
• Participate in pre-project evaluations and feasibility studies
• Evaluate project proposals and recommend appropriate design and construction options
• Prepare project briefs for major capital projects and other building additions or renovations
• Undertake compliance and technical reviews of existing buildings and infrastructure conditions
• Review, establish, implement and maintain University mechanical standards
• Participate in University committees generally serving as the institution's mechanical expert
• Other associated duties as assigned

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline coupled with P. Eng. Designation
• Minimum eight years of demonstrated experience in the design and construction of institutional projects, with management experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in project analysis, estimating and scheduling, coupled with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Sound knowledge of central plant operation, design codes and legislation
• Collaborative team player with excellent leadership skills
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with orientation toward problem-solving

What Will Give You The Edge?

• Supervisory experience, preferably in a union environment

Employee Type: Regular
Position Number: 10806004
Classification: P&M FT- Band 07
At the University of Guelph, fostering a is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.
Posting Date: 10/06/2025
Closing Date: 10/14/2025

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