British Columbia is a thriving economic hub and CIMA+ has over 100 employees living and working in our Vancouver, Kelowna, Victoria and Rossland offices; and growing. With a growing demand for energy, resources, and infrastructure projects, our teams have invested the time building relationships with local clients, government agencies, Indigenous communities, and key stakeholders to foster a deeper understanding of the province's unique needs and challenges.
The projects we are working on will have a significant positive impact on local communities by creating more resilient infrastructure to better cope with climate change while minimizing environmental impacts.
At CIMA+ we believe that engineering is for people and that innovative and responsible projects can help make life sustainable for future generations.
At CIMA+ we believe that engineering is for people and that innovative and responsible projects can help make life sustainable for future generations.
When engineering builds on the pillars of climate resistance, community involvement and sustainable activity we meet the needs and goals of the people and communities where we live and work.
We are committed to becoming a leader in managing finite resources, adapting to global challenges, reducing our greenhouse gas emissions, and developing socially and environmentally responsible engineering solutions.
The CIMA+ advantage
At CIMA+, we firmly believe that free spirits serve as the crucial wellspring of our creativity and achievements. We also understand that these minds need freedom to thrive. That's why we offer a diverse range of benefits that give our employees the space to breathe, explore, and enjoy their personal lives. Immerse yourself in an environment that honours your uniqueness and empowers you to shine both professionally and personally. Welcome to a bright way to work.
- Competitive compensation
- Hybrid work environment
- Ongoing development opportunities
- Engagement opportunities with other sectors
- RRSP matching
- TFSA’s
- Life, Health and Wellness coverage
- Shares purchase opportunities
- Employee discounts on gym memberships, electronics, insurance etc.
- Gender affirming insurance
- EAP for physical and mental health needs
- Reconciliation Action Plan
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion plans and policy
- Right to Disconnect Policy We are a key leader in energy transition.
Join the CIMA+ Team
Join us today and be part of an audacious approach to a sustainability, innovation, and projects you’ll proud to work on. Whether you’re an engineer, project manager, technologist, technician, or designer, there’s a place for you at CIMA+. Let’s shape the future together!
Reconciliation action plan
In 2022, CIMA+ published a formal Reconciliation action plan (RAP). We firmly believe that this plan will enable us to challenge our current approach and determine how we can continue to do more to understand and support Indigenous communities. In implementing a reconciliation action plan, we aim to drive change by leveraging relationships, respect and opportunities.
Implementing our first RAP will help us achieve the following objectives:
- Create a safe and ethical workplace that honours the history of Indigenous peoples to celebrate their culture and traditions.
- Advancing economic reconciliation through entrepreneurship in partnership with Indigenous businesses and communities.
- Integrate the principles of reconciliation throughout CIMA+ to establish the commitment of all employees to advance reconciliation.
- Create innovative training, partnership and professional development programs to build and strengthen relationships with Indigenous peoples.
- Deliver on our commitment towards corporate citizenship by being more inclusive of Indigenous Peoples in our projects, processes and policies.
CIMA+ in British Columbia
- Our commitment to the clean energy transition: We’re making meaningful impacts to reduce GHG emissions and increase electrification.
- Innovation: Be at the forefront of technological advancements shaping the future of energy
- Multi-Year Partnerships: In the last years, our groundbreaking collaborations with BC’s leading clients solidifies our position as a key player in shaping the future of BC
- Employee-Owned Culture: At CIMA+, your contributions matter, and your success is our success
- 30+ years of expertise in energy, infrastructure, transportation, buildings and more with experts across Canada to provide support
Environmental impacts
The projects we are working on will have a significant positive impact on local communities by creating more resilient infrastructure to better cope with climate change while minimizing environmental impacts.
CIMA+ believes that:
- Engineering is for people.
- We have a social, economic, and environmental responsibility to our clients, employees and communities.
- Integrated sustainable development is key to manage the risks of climate change.
- Reducing our GHG use is critical.
- Net Zero is achievable.
- Innovation is always possible.
- We are a key leader in energy transition.
James Hawkins
Associate Partner and Senior Director at CIMA+
Based in our Vancouver, BC
With over 24 years of experience spanning project management, engineering, construction, and operations, Hawkins is a dedicated leader committed to delivering results for clients. His holistic perspective in power delivery, gained through involvement in planning, building, and operations, uniquely positions him to address the most complex challenges faced by electrical utilities.
In his role as Senior Director of T&D and Project Management, Hawkins oversees teams responsible for producing high-quality engineering work products and ensuring project success from start to finish. He emphasizes methodical planning, effective communication, and disciplined execution as keys to project excellence.
Proud to collaborate with CIMA+'s talented professionals, Hawkins appreciates the organizational culture. He encourages both seasoned professionals and newcomers to consider join the team, highlighting CIMA+'s entrepreneurial spirit, work-life balance, and opportunity for growth.
Our Transmission and Distribution services
From everyday life to holiday celebrations, everything we do relies on the transmission of electricity from power stations, mainly through giant towers and underground systems. The importance of this infrastructure has been proven many times over. Transmission lines supply power to northern regions and large cities alike, over hundreds of kilometres of rugged terrain. The reliability of our power distribution system has a direct impact on both our quality of life and our ability to attract multinational companies which ensures our economic and social prosperity.
Our Renewable Energy services
From homeowners to large factories, more and more people and industries are switching to renewable energy to reduce the dependency on fossil fuels and cut greenhouse gas emissions.
This energy transition is crucial to adapt to an ever-changing climate: the future of our planet depends on it.
Our Hydropower and Dams services
Over the years, CIMA+ has worked on more than 200 hydropower plants in British Columbia and all over Canada, ranging in size from 100 kW to over 1000 MW.
Whether for new facilities or the renovation, refurbishment or expansion of existing infrastructure assets, our team can provide solutions tailored to the needs of the client within the hydropower industry.
Discover our projects in British Columbia
Our teams have successfully completed hundreds of large-scale engineering projects in British Columbia.
Mill Creek Flood Protection
However, modelling done in 2020 showed that the 200-year peak flood had increased from 12 m3/s to 24.3 m3/s due to climate change, thus indicating that the structure was...
Trans Mountain Expansion Project — Joint Use Pole Replacement
CIMA+ worked in collaboration with multiple stakeholders to offer detailed of hundreds of TELUS poles across British Columbia. This collaboration implicated not only TELUS, Trans Mountain and BC Hydro...
Naramata Overhead Distribution Line Conversion
CIMA+ designed three-phase power to a new development property in Naramata, BC to replace an existing 69 kV transmission line with limited access. Part of the design criteria included improving...
Ocean Falls GS, Security and Reconstruction Evaluation
CIMA+ carried out the detailed engineering and prepared the drawings and specifications for the reconstruction of the intake gates and penstock, in the framework of a power upgrade project....
East Kootenay Regional Hospital Pediatrics Relocation and Nursery Renovation
The East Kootenay Regional Hospital Pediatrics Unit was relocated from the third to the second floor of the building and replaces the existing ICU. In its new location, the...
Sportsplex Remediation
The 44 x 62.5 m fabric-covered steel truss rib building housing the Adidas Sportsplex in Penticton began leaking within one week of construction, and the problem worsened over the next...
Cedar Creek Winery
Founded in 1987, the Cedar Creek Winery draws from over 1100 acres in the Okanagan Valley. With this expansion project, the winery saw a new restaurant with a full...
Trail Regional Airport Asphalt Rehabilitation
The City of Trail has seen significant growth over the years and decided to expand its regional airport facilities. The project included building a new terminal and re-evaluating the...
Design-Build : Okanagan College Trades Building
Designed to be a teaching platform for students, the Okanagan College Trades Building is a single storey 1,250 m2 facility located on the Vernon campus of the Okanagan College. Consisting...
Checkmate Artisanal Winery
For over 40 years the Checkmate Artisanal Winery has been making wines in the beautiful Okanagan Valley. Their renovation project included the full redevelopment of the site parking, demolition...
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