Overview
The Traction Power Construction Lead will lead the planning, coordination, and construction management of the traction power substations and associated systems for the Calgary Green Line LRT project. Reporting into the Green Line construction management organization, this role is responsible for ensuring that traction power infrastructure is delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project requirements, regulatory standards, and long-term operational needs.
Your role
- Provide construction‑phase leadership for traction power substations and associated electrical systems across the Green Line program.
- Manage contractor performance for traction power scope, including schedule, cost, quality, safety, and technical compliance.
- Oversee coordination with electrical utilities for high‑voltage supply, protection interfaces, metering, and energization.
- Coordinate with civil, structural, and architectural disciplines to ensure constructability and proper integration of substation facilities.
- Review and support resolution of design changes, RFIs, NCRs, and field technical issues affecting traction power systems.
- Coordinate with testing, commissioning, energization, and handover readiness for traction power substations, ensuring compliance with CSA, IEEE, utility, and AHJ requirements.
- Coordinate functional interfaces with systems integration, SCADA, communications, and rail systems, while supporting safety, assurance, and project‑level planning and reporting.
About You
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration in Canada or eligibility for registration in Alberta.
- Minimum 10–15 years of experience in rail transit or heavy infrastructure projects, with demonstrated experience in traction power substations.
- Experience supporting testing, commissioning, and energization of traction power facilities.
- Proven ability to manage contractors, resolve technical issues in the field, and coordinate across multiple disciplines and stakeholders.
Rewards & Benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.
Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time‑off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.
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Traction Power Construction Lead in Calgary employer: AtkinsRéalis
AtkinsRéalis is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for Senior Electrical Engineers to thrive. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer diverse training opportunities and flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle needs, all while supporting critical energy and industrial infrastructure projects in a hybrid working environment. Join us in shaping a better future for our planet and its people, where your expertise will be valued and rewarded.
