Grant Wang
Richmond Hill,Canada
Summary
Accomplished Senior Project Engineer with over 18 years of Canadian experience, notably at WSP Canada Inc., where I led mechanical design teams to innovate in HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems. Skilled in AutoCAD and project management, I excel in engineering solutions that meet stringent codes and client expectations, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and leadership abilities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Engineer
WSP Canada Inc
Markham, Canada
03.2017 - Current
- Lead Mechanical Engineer: AMAZON Delivery station Hub (Multiple sites), Metrolinx Stouffville Stations, Metrolinx Kipling Station, Commercial and residential buildings base building HVAC equipment replacement, District School Board of Niagara – Schools’ expansion and upgrade of HVAC systems, Peel Region Net Zero Buildings Retrofit – Buildings review, study and upgrading design
- Conduct preliminary analyses of projects and prepare proposal, study report and design brief
- Lead and coordinate the discipline engineering activities on projects and ensure all work is executed in accordance with applicable codes, standards and legislation, budget and schedule
- Manage engineering functions on the project, including interfaces between the engineering groups and other relevant parties (i.e
- Consultants and architecture) on the project
- Investigate system failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make analysis and recommendations, and safeguard the interests of the clients
- Conduct site inspection to liaise directly with construction management team and oversee installation to communicate deficiencies and corrective actions, commissioning to ensure that system are installed and functioning according to specifications
- Recommend design modifications to eliminate system malfunctions
- Lead the mechanical designer team and responsible for technical reviews, provide engineering stamping, sign drawings, prepare project specifications and solve complex engineering problems
- Responsible for mechanical design of HVAC, plumbing, drainage and fire protection systems and design problem solving
- Ensure the use of appropriate discipline engineering specifications and standards, design codes and regulations in project design
- Provide value engineering to quantify benefits and risks associated with proposed solutions and alternatives by monetizing all reasonable factors, and devising alternative solution
- Manage and coordinate client expectations, comprehending issues, negotiating changes to scope, managing vendors, and communicating impacts, risks and progress to stakeholders
- Prepare technical reports, site progress reports and other necessary project/construction documentation
- Manage contractor relations for projects through the tendering and construction phases
- Provide engineering expertise to the planning, documenting, and execution of commissioning and post-construction activities
Senior Project Engineer
Stantec
Markham, Canada
03.2015 - 02.2017
- Lead Mechanical Engineer: Metrolinx East Rail Maintenance Facility (ERMF), Metrolinx Stouffville Stations Pursuit, Metrolinx Kipling Station Pursuit.
- Lead the mechanical designer team and responsible for technical reviews, provide engineering stamping, sign drawings, prepare project specifications and solve complex engineering problems
- Lead and coordinate the discipline engineering activities on projects and ensure all work is executed in accordance with applicable codes, standards and legislation
- Manage engineering functions on the project, including interfaces between the engineering groups and other relevant parties (i.e. consultants, contractors) on the project
- Conduct site visit to liaise directly with construction management team and oversee installation, commissioning to ensure that system are installed and functioning according to specification
- Recommend design modifications to eliminate system malfunctions
- Conduct preliminary analyses of projects and prepare proposal, study report and design brief based on statement of work and other specifications of contract documents
Senior Project Engineer
MMM Group
Thornhill, Canada
10.2010 - 03.2015
- Mechanical Lead Project Engineer: Ottawa Light Railway Transit Aboveground Stations (Multiple Stations), Ottawa Light Railway Transit Maintenance Service Facility, Metrolinx ARL (Air Rail Line) Union Station, TTC (Toronto Transit Commission) Hillcrest Inglis Print Shop HAVC and Humidification, TTC (Toronto Transit Commission) Hillcrest Transit Training Centre and Relay Room, Downsview Park Orchard Pavilion, TPA (Toronto Parking Authority) Car Park No 26 sprinkler and standpipe upgrade, PAN AM GAMES Stadiums (Pursuit), Rogers HUB Raised-floor Data Centers (Multiple projects), BELL Canada facilities site review and study (multiple buildings coast to coast), Enbridge Thorold data center redundant chiller plant.
- Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs
- Responsible for mechanical design of HVAC, plumbing, drainage and fire protection systems and design problem solving
- Ensure the use of appropriate discipline engineering specifications and standards, design codes and regulations in project design
- Manage and coordinate activities across all project phases to ensure projects are executed in safe, efficient, cost effective and timely manner
- Prepare technical reports, site progress reports and other necessary project/construction documentation
- Manage contractor relations for projects through the tendering and construction phases
Senior Mechanical Engineer / Mechanical Project Engineer
URS Architects & Engineers Canada Inc
Markham, Canada
08.2009 - 10.2010
- Mechanical Task Manager for projects: Regional public transit mechanical system engineering, Durham Transit facility renovation & expansion, TTC (Toronto Transit Commission) subway stations escalators replacement, SRT (Scarborough Rapid Transit) station renovation & expansion
Mechanical Design Engineer / Project Manager
H.H. Angus & Associates Ltd. Consulting Engineers
Toronto, Canada
12.2003 - 08.2009
- 2005 2009: Mechanical Design Engineer / Project Manager, 2003 2005: Mechanical Designer / Project Coordinator
- Projects: National bank data centres, IBM 100 Gough UPS Expansion, HP-SCC Phase 2 UPS Capacity Expansion, HP-SCC-UPS Capacity Expansion Phase 3/4, Industrial Cadbury-45 Ewen- Maintenance Facility study and upgrade, Queen's University - East Campus Steam System Study, Queen's University - Botterell Hall -Chiller plant study, Queen’s University - Infrastructure Steam Audit report, Regional medical infrastructure HVAC system design, Peterborough Regional Health Centre, North York General Hospital, Lakeridge Health Centre, Oshawa, Laboratories Queen's University - Botterell - Transgenic Mouse Facility, McMaster University - CL3 Bio-containment Suite, University of Waterloo - Quantum NANO Centre, Commercial Queen's University - Fleming Hall Upgrade Ventilation and Heating, Queen's University - Victoria Hall - Food Court, Queen's University - Rideau Comfort Cooling Upgrades
HVAC Designer (contract)
A.D. Williams Engineering Inc.
Edmonton, Canada
03.2002 - 06.2002
- Combined service As-Built drawings – including structure, mechanical, electrical for Diamonds Inc
- EKATI mine site development and facility
- Combine service HVAC drawings & drafted service drawing of P&ID details
- Fundamental calculations and study related to HVAC systems design
Junior HVAC Designer / Drafter
Hidi Rae Consulting Engineers Inc.
Toronto, Canada
08.2000 - 12.2001
- Projects: Commercial: Offices (ATI, Rogers Cable), banks (CIBC, Royal), shopping mall, restaurants, food court, hotel and casino (Niagara Falls), Institutional: Toronto Public Library (addition), Georgetown College (classrooms), Light industrial: Factory complex
Education
Master’s degree - Engineering Management
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Canada07.2003
Bachelor’s Degree - Thermal Engineering
Tongji University
ShangHai, P. R. China06.1994
Skills
- Seasoned mechanical lead supervising mechanical engineering designs for numerous public transit facilities, including bus terminals, maintenance and storage garages, light railway transit stations, and subway stations
- Familiar with TTC, Metrolinx, design manuals, and standards
- Familiar with AutoCAD 2018, and working knowledge of MicroStation
- Microsoft Office 365, project scheduling software, Bluebeam, Revit
- Familiar with office-based software: Microsoft Excel, Lotus, Word, PowerPoint, and Project
- Licensed Professional Engineer with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
- Ability and desire to apply Professional Engineering statutes including design, project management, protection of public, and Code of Ethics requirements
- Over 20 years professional experience in HVAC, plumbing, drainage & fire protection systems design and development of technical specifications
- Familiar with mechanical & process systems design, project management, and construction administration of public transit, industrial building and commercial building
- Demonstrated ability to prepare detail design, specification, contract documents and various reports
- Experience in high pressure piping, bulk fluid storage and distribution systems, vehicle hoists, vehicle exhaust system, elevators and escalators
- General knowledge of Ontario Human Rights Code
- Class G Drivers License and clean driving record
- General knowledge of Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
References
Available upon request
Personal Information
Title: M. Eng., P. Eng.
Summaryofotherqualifications
- Self motivated, fast learner and prompt.
- Detail oriented, with strong mathematical, logical, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully both independently and in diverse teams.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Project Engineer
WSP Canada Inc
03.2017 - Current
Senior Project Engineer
Stantec
03.2015 - 02.2017
Senior Project Engineer
MMM Group
10.2010 - 03.2015
Senior Mechanical Engineer / Mechanical Project Engineer
URS Architects & Engineers Canada Inc
08.2009 - 10.2010
Mechanical Design Engineer / Project Manager
H.H. Angus & Associates Ltd. Consulting Engineers
12.2003 - 08.2009
HVAC Designer (contract)
A.D. Williams Engineering Inc.
03.2002 - 06.2002
Junior HVAC Designer / Drafter
Hidi Rae Consulting Engineers Inc.
08.2000 - 12.2001
Master’s degree - Engineering Management
University of Alberta
Bachelor’s Degree - Thermal Engineering
Tongji University
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