Contract Structural Engineer (P.Eng., Nova Scotia)

Helio urban developments; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A design-build company in Halifax seeks a licensed structural engineer for occasional contract work focused on straightforward residential buildings. Responsibilities include designing foundations, sizing beams, and ensuring compliance with building regulations. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience, be licensed in Nova Scotia, and can handle fast turnarounds for small projects. Competitive fees and a streamlined working relationship offered.

Benefits

Standardized project approach

Fast payments (Net 15)

No project management headaches

Qualifications

• 3+ years residential structural design experience.
• Available for occasional 3-5 day turnarounds.
• Ability to handle basic structural projects efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Design foundations for challenging sites or custom requirements.
• Size beams and columns beyond prescriptive spans.
• Design retaining walls and custom structural elements as needed.

Skills

Structural design experience

Proficient with wood design

Foundation engineering

Knowledge of Part 9 buildings

Multi-discipline capability (electrical, HVAC, plumbing)

Education

P.Eng. (Structural) licensed in Nova Scotia

Certificate of Compliance

Job description

About Helio Urban Development

We're a design-build company specializing in small multi-unit developments (4-12 units) optimized for CMHC MLI Select. We build every project ourselves using standardized, modular designs—same floor plans, same wood-frame construction, same foundation systems.

We need a structural engineer for occasional contract work when our projects require elements beyond Part 9 prescriptive limits. Clean, efficient structural design for straightforward residential buildings.

The Work

Scope per project:

• Foundation design for challenging sites or custom requirements
• Beam and column sizing beyond prescriptive spans
• Retaining wall design when needed
• Custom structural elements as required
• Integration with our architectural and civil packages

Typical turnaround: 3-5 business days per project

Volume: 1-2 structural packages annually (occasional basis)

Project type: Simple Part 9 residential - mostly wood frame with occasional custom elements

What Makes This Attractive

Standardized approach: Similar building types mean you develop efficient standard details

Quick money: Small scope, fast turnaround, good compensation for minimal time investment

No project management headaches: We handle permitting, coordination, construction - you just deliver stamped structural drawings

High-performance team: Work with other results-driven professionals who respect your time and expertise

Growth potential: If you can handle other disciplines (electrical, HVAC, plumbing), significantly more work available

Compensation

Fixed fee per project - quote your rate for typical structural elements

Fast-pay: Net 15 payment terms

Repeat client: Steady relationship as we scale, predictable scope when needed

Requirements

• P.Eng. (Structural) licensed in Nova Scotia + Certificate of Compliance
• 3+ years residential structural design experience
• Proficient with wood design and foundation engineering
• Experience with Part 9 buildings and prescriptive vs. engineered approaches
• Available for occasional 3-5 day turnarounds

Major Bonus

Multi-discipline capability: If you can also handle electrical, HVAC, or plumbing engineering, we have significantly more contract work available. Our ideal scenario is working with fewer engineers who can cover multiple disciplines.

Ready for Occasional Structural Work?

Send us:

1. PDF résumé + Engineers NS license number
2. One structural project example (residential preferred)
3. Your fixed fee for typical structural elements
4. Note any additional engineering disciplines you can handle

Simple projects, fair pay, fast decisions.

Looking for a structural engineer who values efficiency and quality over complexity.