Structural Engineer

About the Company

This expanding engineering consultancy specializes in multidisciplinary services including structural engineering, restoration, building envelope consulting, capital planning, and broad building services, operating nationally throughout Canada.

The Ottawa branch, actively growing, focuses on a portfolio spanning institutional, commercial and residential buildings, covering new designs, existing structure assessments, renovations, and construction support.

Role Summary

We seek a Structural Engineer/Designer who can handle diverse projects simultaneously in a dynamic consulting environment. The role involves delivering structural engineering services for new constructions and existing structures, from conceptual design to construction oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform design and analysis for structural components in new builds, renovations, rehabilitation, and restoration projects.
• Oversee and coordinate multiple concurrent projects with varying deadlines.
• Develop structural systems using steel, concrete, timber, masonry, and especially cold-formed steel.
• Design structural supports for cladding and building envelope attachment systems.
• Assess existing buildings and provide practical solutions for repairs, modifications, and strengthening.
• Create detailed structural calculations, engineering drawings, reports, and specifications.
• Maintain active involvement with AutoCAD for structural drafting and revisions.
• Conduct site visits, measurements, structural inspections, and construction reviews.
• Review contractor documents such as shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals.
• Assist in contract administration and offer technical guidance during construction phases.
• Collaborate directly with architects, contractors, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to proposal development, project budgets, and scope definitions.
• Provide mentorship and technical support to junior engineers and designers.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a closely related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in structural consulting; candidates with slightly less or more experience may also be considered.
• Proven ability to manage varied small-to-medium scale building projects concurrently.
• Strong expertise in structural design for both new constructions and existing buildings.
• Demonstrable experience with cold-formed steel design is highly preferred.
• Experience with cladding attachment or structural support systems for building envelopes is advantageous.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD with a preference to remain hands-on in drafting and detailing.
• Familiarity with Revit is an asset.
• Experience using structural analysis/design software such as ETABS, S-Frame, SAP2000, SAFE, or spSlab.
• Past work involving institutional, commercial, and residential building projects.
• Exposure to renovation, rehabilitation, restoration, and building assessments highly valued.
• Capability to conduct site reviews and support construction phase activities.
• Registration with PEO or active pursuit of Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensure.
• Excellent communication skills with clients, contractors, and consultants.
• A valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary ranging from $80,000 to $100,000+ depending on experience.
• Participation in a profit-sharing bonus plan that can add approximately 10% to 20% to total compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Access to Health Care Spending Account and Wellness Account for health and wellness expenses.
• Opportunities to work on a diverse range of structural projects offering variety in daily work.
• Exposure to multiple phases including new design, rehabilitation, and construction support.
• A supportive environment for professional growth and knowledge exchange.
• Potential for long-term career growth including increased project leadership and possible share ownership.

Additional Information

This position is an active opening within the company. The employer may use artificial intelligence tools during the screening and selection stages of recruitment.