Parker Huggett Limited
Mechanical & Electrical Coordinator – Permanent – 3211 Ottawa, ON
About the Opportunity
Parker Huggett is partnering with a leading Canadian builder to recruit a Mechanical & Electrical Coordinator for a major institutional construction project in Ottawa, Ontario. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing project team delivering a technically complex and nationally significant development.
The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating all mechanical, electrical, elevator, fire protection, and building systems activities from pre-construction through commissioning and close-out. Working closely with the Project Manager and Site Superintendent, you will help drive quality, schedule, coordination, and successful project execution across all M&E scopes.
This role is ideally suited for a construction professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys collaborating with consultants, subcontractors, and field teams on large-scale projects.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Design & Technical Coordination
- Review construction drawings and shop drawings to identify and resolve conflicts between architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical systems
- Coordinate mechanical and electrical installations with consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams
- Assist with constructability reviews, equipment selection, and system coordination
- Monitor progress of mechanical and electrical trades and major project deliverables
Scheduling & Planning
- Support the development and management of the overall construction schedule related to M&E systems, elevators, fire suppression, and site services
- Lead coordination of testing, commissioning, and turnover schedules with trades and consultants
- Monitor subcontractor manpower, sequencing, and schedule performance
Quality Control & Site Coordination
- Assist in the development and execution of QA/QC processes for all M&E scopes
- Conduct site inspections to ensure installations are completed in accordance with drawings and specifications
- Coordinate consultant inspections, deficiency tracking, and inspection documentation
- Ensure inspections and trade sign-offs are completed prior to enclosure and drywall installation
- Maintain oversight of record drawings and close-out documentation
Subtrade & Contract Coordination
- Attend subcontractor coordination meetings and support resolution of site issues
- Review subcontractor progress billings and verify work completed on site
- Track submittals, RFIs, change orders, close-out documentation, and commissioning requirements
- Review quotations, pricing changes, and schedule impacts associated with site instructions and RFIs
Commissioning & Project Close-Out
- Coordinate occupancy and commissioning activities with consultants and authorities having jurisdiction
- Support turnover procedures including O&M manuals, as-built drawings, deficiencies, warranties, and final inspections
- Lead M&E close-out planning and ensure timely completion of all outstanding items
About You
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline
- Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical and electrical construction coordination
- Strong understanding of commercial/institutional building systems and construction practices
- Experience coordinating mechanical, electrical, elevator, and fire protection scopes on complex projects
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and shop drawings
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced project environment
- Ability to obtain Secret-level security clearance is required
About the Job
- Competitive salary ranging from $75,000 to $100,000
How to Apply
Please apply by clicking the “Apply for Job” button and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by sending your résumé directly Jordan@ParkerHuggett.com or by contacting your Recruiter and quoting job 3211. Please note that all candidates must be legally permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this role.
We truly appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only be reaching out to candidates whose experience most closely matches our partner’s needs. If we do not connect with you for this role, please know that we will gladly keep your profile in mind and reach out when other suitable opportunities arise.
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