Lead Structural Engineer

Lead Structural Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Structural Engineering Leadership

• Lead the planning, analysis, design, and delivery of structural engineering projects.
• Provide technical oversight for structural designs involving concrete, steel, masonry, timber, and existing building rehabilitation.
• Conduct structural condition assessments, investigations, restoration projects, and rehabilitation designs.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Apply applicable building codes, engineering standards, and industry best practices.
• Review, approve, and seal engineering drawings, calculations, and reports as required.
• Utilize structural analysis and modeling software to develop practical and efficient engineering solutions.
• Ensure projects comply with regulatory requirements, quality standards, budgets, and schedules.

Project Management & Client Relations

• Serve as the primary technical contact for clients, architects, contractors, municipalities, and project stakeholders.
• Lead client meetings, technical presentations, and design reviews.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, risks, and deliverables.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams.
• Support construction through field reviews, shop drawing reviews, RFIs, contract administration, and contractor coordination.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive service and technical expertise.

Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor engineers, designers, and technical staff.
• Support quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with recruitment, resource planning, and employee development.
• Contribute to proposal preparation, fee estimates, and project pursuits.
• Support business development and identify opportunities to expand client relationships and services.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic planning and departmental growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive structural engineering consulting experience.
• Demonstrated experience designing structures using concrete, steel, masonry, and timber.
• Strong experience with structural rehabilitation and restoration projects.
• Proven ability to lead structural engineering projects from concept through construction.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable building codes, engineering standards, and structural engineering best practices.
• Proficiency with structural analysis and modeling software.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Strong client relationship management and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring engineering teams.
• Experience supporting proposals and business development is considered an asset.
• PMP certification is considered an asset.
• Heritage conservation experience or related professional memberships are considered an asset.

Preferred Skills

• Technical leadership
• Structural analysis and design
• Project management
• Building rehabilitation
• Construction administration
• Risk management
• Client relationship management
• Team leadership and mentoring
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Excellent written and verbal communication

What Success Looks Like

Successful candidates will:

• Deliver high-quality structural engineering projects on schedule and within budget.
• Provide strong technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build lasting relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop engineering professionals.
• Collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and business growth.
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and professional practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation
• Legal authorization to work in Canada

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