Discipline Team Lead - Electrical Engineering - Ports at Arcadis

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Apr, 26

Salary

137000.0

Posted On

06 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Engineering, Project Management, Team Leadership, Client Engagement, Power Distribution, Lighting Design, Communications Systems, Technical Guidance, Budget Management, Resource Management, Health and Safety, Sustainability, Digital Innovation, Business Development, Proposal Support

Industry

Professional Services

Description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together. The Discipline Team Lead – Electrical Engineering (Ports) based in Halifax, Canada, is responsible for leading a team of electrical engineers and designers in delivering technical excellence on port and maritime infrastructure projects. This role combines technical oversight, team leadership, project management, and client engagement to ensure successful project outcomes in alignment with client requirements, safety standards, and Arcadis’ commitment to sustainability and digital innovation. The Team Lead is a key liaison between the electrical discipline and multidisciplinary project teams, supporting both day-to-day delivery and the long-term growth of the Ports practice. Arcadis provides flexible and remote work arrangements, career development opportunities and a supportive and collaborative team environment. We encourage involvement in professional associations, conferences, and support our staff to grow through life-long learning. As a part of Mobility Advisory Canada, we partner with our clients across the globe to design thriving and connected cities and communities that enable opportunities for everyone. Climate change, urbanization and digitization trends are requiring today’s mobility projects and systems to address an evolving set of demands from the world’s growing population. We design connected, sustainable solutions that integrate existing infrastructure with new technologies, and optimize the mobility of people and goods. Role Responsibilities In this role, you will oversee the design, specification, and integration of electrical systems for ports and maritime facilities, including power distribution, lighting, communications, and controls. You will manage project resources, schedules, and budgets for the electrical discipline, ensuring quality and technical excellence in all deliverables. Collaboration is central, as you will coordinate with civil, structural, mechanical, and environmental teams to deliver integrated solutions. The Team Lead is also responsible for mentoring and developing junior and intermediate engineers, allocating tasks, and providing technical guidance to foster a high-performing, collaborative environment. Client engagement is a key aspect, involving regular communication with clients, stakeholders, and authorities, as well as supporting proposal development and technical presentations. You will champion the adoption of innovative, digital, and sustainable approaches in all aspects of project delivery. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s degree considered an asset) Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Nova Scotia and or other Atlantic Canada provinces Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, with significant exposure to port, marine, or heavy infrastructure projects Strong knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and applicable industry standards Experience designing power distribution, lighting, grounding, automation, and communications systems for port environments Proficiency in design platforms and software such as AutoCAD, Revit, ETAP, and SKM Demonstrated team leadership skills, including mentoring and developing staff Strong organizational and project management abilities, including resource and budget management Excellent communication and client-facing skills Commitment to health, safety, sustainability, and innovation Experience with business development and proposal support considered an asset Why Arcadis? We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together. You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you. Together, we can create a lasting legacy. Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy. Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. The salary range for this position is $95,900 - 137,000 The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.

Responsibilities

The Team Lead will oversee the design and integration of electrical systems for ports and maritime facilities while managing project resources and ensuring quality deliverables. They will also mentor junior engineers and engage with clients to support project success.