Design Manager - Structures & Geotechnical

FCC Construcción; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FCC Canada is looking for a Design Manager with expertise in structures and geotechnical engineering to join their Scarborough Subway Extension project team. This role encompasses managing design processes, collaborating across multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with standards in a dynamic work environment committed to diversity and inclusion. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in Rail/Transit infrastructure, fostering teamwork and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in design management on Rail/Transit projects.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical and structural design principles.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage design matters and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Coordinate design development and facilitate communication between teams.
• Track project progress and resolve issues arising during construction.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

BIM

Navisworks

Revit

MS Office

Job description

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FCC Group is an international leader in engineering and infrastructure, headquartered in Spain. With over a century of history, FCC’s core businesses include construction, environmental services, end-to-end water management, and the development of concessions for large infrastructure. In Canada, FCC is proud to be involved in multiple projects in Ontario and British Columbia to improve public transportation infrastructure.

FCC Canada, part of the Construction Division of FCC Group, has been present in Canada since 1997. We have been involved in innovative subway infrastructure work, such as the Highway 407 stations and Northern Tunnels for the Toronto York Spadina Subway Line Expansion, as well as the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Fredericton Moncton Highway. FCC Canada excels in civil works such as roads, railways, maritime construction, tunnels, bridges, and subway projects.

Scarborough Subway Extension (SSE - SRS)

The 50/50 joint venture between Aecon Infrastructure Management Inc. and FCC Canada Ltd. will bring the TTC’s Line 2 subway service nearly eight kilometres farther into Scarborough, replacing Line 3 (the Scarborough RT). It will extend from Kennedy Station to Sheppard Avenue and McCowan Road, providing quick and seamless transit for those heading into and out of the downtown core and those travelling within Scarborough. The construction is split into two contracts: Advanced Tunnelling (AT) and Stations, Rail, and Systems (SRS). Scarborough Transit Connect (STC) is the partner for the development phase.

For more information, visit the STC Website and follow us on the STC Linkedin Page.

Join us at FCC Canada to be part of our groundbreaking projects and advance your career in a dynamic work environment. For more information, please refer to our company website: FCC Canada.

As part of the STC project, FCC is looking for a Design Manager – Structures and Geotechnical to join our team.

Reports to: Technical Manager

Main Responsibilities

• Manage structural and geotechnical design matters in collaboration with the Client, Designer, Construction team and other multidisciplinary teams on the joint venture project.
• Facilitate the efficient delivery of structural and geotechnical design as well as the design interfaces by coordinating the design development with the designers and project requirements with the client and relevant stakeholders.
• Lead and check the geo-structural design developed by the Design team.
• Manage value engineering, risk assessment, life cycle costing, earned value and constructability reviews.
• Monitor and track Designers’ performance in accordance with schedule and track design changes.
• Review the technical submissions to ensure compliance with the specified design requirements and standards, identifying design or interdisciplinary issues and ensuring that constructability and construction’s means and methods are coordinated with the Construction team.
• Resolve issues during construction process through engineering and coordination with the Designer and the Construction team.
• Manage and track design documentation, submittals and reporting progress and alert appropriate team members of risks related to potential delays.
• Facilitate effective communication between the Design team and Construction team.
• Other duties related to design management.
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

Education and Qualifications

• A degree/diploma in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or a relevant field from a recognized institution.
• 5+ years of design management experience on Rail/Transit infrastructure projects for structural and geotechnical related works.
• Strong aptitude in design and construction of structural and geotechnical works.
• Capability to criticize geotechnical and structural designs and develop simplified models and/or calculations.
• Experience working with TTC and Metrolinx is preferred.

Job Requirements

• Familiarity with BIM processes and functionality.
• Thorough understanding of design process cycle, contracts, plans, construction drawings, specification developments and regulations.
• Thorough understanding of engineering and architectural principles, project management methodologies and industry standards.
• Strong knowledge of OBC, sustainability standards, accessibility standards, municipal standards and other regulations.
• Proficiency in project management software and computer applications such as Aconex, Bluebeam, Navisworks, Revit and MS Office (MS Project, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Ability to plan, schedule and organize a variety of activities and deal with stressful situations on tight deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.
• A strong eye for design details and the ability to coordinate design and assist in making design-driven decisions.
• Excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skills to lead discussions and work with internal/external stakeholders.
• Diversity & inclusion champion.

FCC Canada is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture which promotes gender equity and the recruitment of all under-represented groups in all levels of its workforce. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that all aspects of our recruitment and selection processes are accessible to individuals with disabilities. We offer reasonable accommodation upon request to support applicants throughout their journey with us. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please send us an email at "[e-mail]". Feedback about the accommodation process is welcome at “[e-mail]”. This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario’s Human Rights Code, affirming our ongoing efforts to provide a supportive and equitable environment for all.

This position is located in Scarborough, ON.

We appreciate your interest; however only qualified candidates will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team. We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning, Design, and Project Management

• Industries

  Construction, Rail Transportation, and Civil Engineering

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