Civil Engineering, Structural and Architecture Lead

Synectiq; Longueuil; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance starting day one

EAP for well-being

Fridays off / early finish

Floating days

Monthly team activities

Snacks and fruit

Job summary

Synectiq in Longueuil, QC is seeking a Civil Engineering, Structural and Architecture Lead to plan, coordinate, and supervise civil engineering activities (earthworks, concrete, structure and architecture) while ensuring compliance with technical standards and contractual requirements.

Under the Engineering Manager, you will mentor teams, lead cross‑functional coordination with mechanical, electrical and piping groups, and serve as the main client contact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably in mining or energy.
• Fluency in French and English, spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise civil engineering activities (earthworks and concrete), structure, and architecture.
• Ensure project compliance with technical standards, local regulations, and contractual requirements.
• Review and approve plans, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate engineering and project teams.
• Collaborate with related departments to ensure integration of technical solutions.
• Act as main contact for clients, consultants, and subcontractors; ensure regular communication and satisfaction.

Skills

Plan & scheduling

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Bilingual (French/English)

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Civil Engineering, Structural and Architecture Lead

• Civil Engineering, Structural and Architecture…

Please note that: This position requires a minimum of two days per week on site at our Longueuil office, as part of a hybrid work model.

Under the supervision of the Engineering Manager, the Civil engineering, structural, and architecture lead will be responsible for:

Main Responsibilities

Corporate

• Ensure the company establishes and applies best engineering practices in its normal business operations ;
• Participate in the evolution and development of internal tools or the deployment of external tools to optimize productivity and efficiency, ensuring the company remains competitive with its peers ;
• Promote professional development and a corporate culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and productivity ;
• Identify staffing needs and participate in recruitment, training, and employee evaluations;
• Establish and monitor budgets for departmental projects.

Engineering and Projects

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise civil engineering activities (earthworks and concrete), structure, and architecture;
• Ensure project compliance with technical standards, local regulations, and contractual requirements;
• Review and approve plans, drawings, and technical specifications;
• Lead, mentor, and motivate engineering and project teams;
• Foster effective communication and interdisciplinary collaboration ;
• Collaborate with related departments (e.g., mechanical, electrical, piping) to ensure integration of technical solutions;
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, consultants, and subcontractors, ensuring regular communication and satisfaction;
• Participate in coordination meetings with clients, partners, and subcontractors;
• Implement quality control processes to guarantee accuracy and reliability of technical deliverables;
• Ensure deadlines are met while optimizing available resources;
• Identify innovative solutions to improve work methods and optimize costs;
• Prepare and present progress reports, technical proposals, and strategic recommendations;
• Ensure the department complies with legal and contractual obligations.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications:

• University degree (Bachelor’s) in civil engineering or any other relevant field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably in the mining or energy industry.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in planning software such as Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Fluency in French and English, spoken and written.
• Knowledge of another language, especially Spanish, is an asset.

Interpersonal and Personal Skills:

• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and critical mindset.
• Good organizational skills.
• Autonomy, initiative, and effective priority management.
• Collaborative attitude and ability to interact with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly.

Working Conditions

• Enjoy summer your way: take Fridays off or finish at noon every Friday
• Competitive compensation
• Flexible hybrid work model (2–3 days per week in the office)
• 5 floating days per year to use at your convenience
• Additional time off during the holiday season
• Performance bonus of up to 15% of your annual salary
• Group insurance starting on day one
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for your well-being
• Snacks and fresh fruit provided weekly in the office
• Monthly team activities and initiatives organized by our social committee

We are an equal opportunity employer. The use of masculine gender is for text simplification purposes only.

Founded in 2022, Synectiq aims to provide project management services to mining industry companies, enabling them to benefit from our team’s expertise and methodology designed to help them successfully deliver their projects.

With over 15 years of experience as an integrated project team, we guide our clients through the entire project development cycle. By integrating directly into their organization, we provide the technical decision-making capacity required to achieve their corporate objectives.