Why Join Us?
SNC-Lavalin Inc is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer for our Infrastructure Engineering team out of our Bedford, NS office reporting into our Structural Lead. Seize the opportunity to have an impact working on a variety of projects not only in Nova Scotia and Atlantic Infrastructure, but also to be a part of major projects taking place across Canada (see Trillium and the recently announced Réseau express métropolitain).
At SNC-Lavalin, we believe the world-class expertise and unwavering commitment of our employees are the reasons for our success. The three pillars of Safety, Ethics and Quality are paramount and the ideal candidate will be outstanding in each of these areas. We value teamwork, respect and openness above all else, and we empower our people to grow and learn. Join us, as we work to become the world’s most sought-after engineering and construction firm.
This position includes a broad range of consulting tasks. Candidates must have strong verbal and written communication skills, have a keen interest in a fast paced work environment, and be proficient in organization, and time/budget management. The successful applicant must be able to work interchangeably in a team setting, and independently, and will be expected to liaise with professional staff including engineers, subcontractors and clients.
How you will contribute to the team?
- Structural design lead to plan, execute and control projects through all phases from initial feasibility and conceptual design through preliminary design/definition, detailed design, tender and construction for steel, concrete, masonry and wood structures;
- Manage and coordinate project work with clients in a multidiscipline team environment to achieve well interfaced solutions;
- Manage project technical and quality performance for service delivery to meet project requirements, deadlines and budget;
- Participate in design meetings with the client, architect and other consultants;
- Prepare technical specifications, design reports and construction cost estimates;
- Lead and provide structural support during construction phase, including conducting field reviews, review of remedial solutions and progress payments;
- Complete structural and building condition assessments and write technical reports;
- Mentor and support the development of junior technical staff.
- Respond to request for proposals;
- Develop new and maintain existing client relationships;
- Provide support to business development and strategic initiatives,
- Keep abreast of new technical developments, design standard and code updates and estimate their impacts;
- Other duties as assigned; and
- Occasional travel within Canada for site assessments or site support.
What you will contribute?
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural (Civil) Engineering
- Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with ENS;
- Minimum 8+ years of structural engineering experience, preferably in a consulting environment;
- Suitable experience (including field experience) in the structural design for new and renovation projects for a variety of project types including Light Industrial, Institutional (schools, prisons), Health Care (hospitals, laboratories), and Transportation (maintenance facilities, transit facilities).
- Heavy industrial experience is an asset;
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite and experience with structural finite element engineering design software such as ETABS, SAFE, SAP & SFRAME;
- Solid understanding of industry and regulatory standards and design criteria;
- General working knowledge of other engineering disciplines and of reciprocal effects of the work upon other disciplines/fields;
- Work independently with strong attention to detail and project oversight;
- Working knowledge of Project Management fundamentals an asset;
- Seismic analysis and design experience an asset;
- Effective written and verbal communication skills in English. French communication skills an asset;
- Bridge design experience an asset.
Why Join Us?
SNC-Lavalin Inc is seeking an Electrical Engineering Technologist for our Infrastructure Engineering team out of our Bedford, NS office reporting into our Electrical Manager. Seize an opportunity to have an impact working on a variety of projects that continue to improve not only Nova Scotia and Atlantic Infrastructure, but have the ability to be a part of major projects taking place across Canada (see Réseau express métropolitain).
At SNC-Lavalin, we believe the world-class expertise and unwavering commitment of our employees are the reasons for our success. The three pillars of Safety, Ethics and Quality are paramount and the ideal candidate will be outstanding in each of these areas. We value teamwork, respect and openness above all else, and we empower our people to grow and learn. Join us, as we work to become the world’s most sought-after engineering and construction firm.
Responsibilities:
- Electrical design and drafting;
- Coordination and preparation of project specifications;
- Technical report writing;
- Interpreting engineering specifications, resolving design and field engineering difficulties and coordinating work schedules;
- Ensuring design work interfaces with that of other disciplines;
- Contributing to the planning and scheduling of work to achieve prescribed objectives;
- Contributing to project controls and preparation of progress reports;
- Providing construction cost estimates;
- Reviewing substitutions in materials;
- Consulting with other departments, suppliers and contractors to clarify specifications;
- Keeping abreast of new technical developments and estimating their impacts;
- Technical research related to electrical systems and materials;
- Participating in technical studies and creation of reports;
- Providing construction phase services, e.g. shop drawings review, site inspections, etc.; and
- Project specific roles to be determined by department and project managers.
Qualifications:
- Registration, or eligibility to register, as a CET;
- Good understanding of engineering disciplines and knowledge of reciprocal effects of work upon other disciplines/fields;
- Understanding of contracting process for construction projects;
- Good understanding of industry and regulatory standards and design criteria; and
- Proficiency in a variety of standard engineering methods and techniques.
- Proficient with design and analysis, including use of engineering software;
- Proficient with the use of MS Office Suite and AutoCAD;
- Working knowledge of Revit will be considered as an asset; and
- Eligible Candidate for CISD Level II (SECRET) Clearance (requires fingerprinting).
What we offer at SNC-Lavalin:
At SNC-Lavalin, you will enjoy competitive compensation, a safe and healthy work environment, and a full range of benefits (ie.: group insurance, retirement savings plan, share purchase plan, continuing education program, etc.).
- Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes
- Competitive salary
- Motivational financial package & flexible benefits
- Defined contribution pension plan in which SNC-Lavalin contributes
- Work equipment provided according to the season (boot, bib, helmet, gloves, etc.);
- Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 3 weeks of vacation time
- Learning and Development programs, training, career opportunities
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