Director of Structural Engineering

Porcupine Engineering Services Inc; London; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ontario is seeking a Director of Structural Engineering. This strategic role involves driving innovation, mentoring a high-performance team, and ensuring project success. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience and a vision for community-focused engineering solutions.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

RRSP/DPSP matching

Flexible hours and hybrid work

Parental leave top-up

Share ownership opportunities

Merit and profit bonus programs

Qualifications

• At least 12 years of experience in consulting.
• Strong mentorship and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovation and set best practices in the Structural Discipline.
• Build and mentor a high-performance team.
• Manage resource allocation and workload priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Collaboration

Innovation

Education

Professional Engineer

Job description

JLR has opened a role for a senior candidate who is:

• A resourceful, dynamic, and driven Professional Engineer with at least 12 years of experience in consulting.
• Excited about high-quality custom solutions, innovative technologies, and alternative delivery methods.
• A true leader with a personal vision, a big-picture mindset, and strong mentorship and coaching skills.

As the Director of Structural Engineering, you’ll be the visionary force behind the Structural Discipline—driving innovation, setting best practices, and shaping a high-performance team. This is more than a technical leadership position; it’s a strategic role where your decisions directly influence project success, client satisfaction, and business growth.

The successful candidate will play a key role in building and mentoring a dynamic, forward-thinking team, attracting top talent, and empowering them to thrive in alignment with our long-term strategic goals.

You’ll be supported by a Platinum Club member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies program, a 100% employee-owned firm with a long-established reputation for quality services in multiple sectors. You will take on existing clients, develop new relationships, and deliver innovative solutions that support community building and growth in our cities.

JLR is a creative, tight-knit, and mentorship-focused community with unique opportunities for driven people with tenacity and spirit. Our organization comprises diverse employee owners with expertise across disciplines. Joining JLR means being part of a team of innovative architecture, engineering, and planning professionals and support staff, working on projects from inception to completion.

If you’re innovative, collaborative, thrive on new challenges, and are eager to advance your career, JLR offers the right environment for you.

Your Role

Let’s explore how your skills, experience, goals, and passions can find a home at JLR.

Your Role Will Include

Leadership and Management Aspects:

• Leading and planning the development and expansion of the technical knowledge of staff in the Structural Discipline to meet technical, marketing, and project delivery needs, including training plans and goals.
• Ensuring backup and succession planning for duties and expertise within the Structural Discipline across all markets.
• Implementing strategies for consistent project and market delivery.
• Coaching employees through formal and informal training and mentoring.
• Collaborating with Managers and Market Directors to build teams aligned with market trends and demands.
• Working with stakeholders to ensure positive organizational outcomes as part of the leadership team.
• Fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages professional growth.
• Managing resource allocation and workload priorities.
• Building capabilities to attract, develop, and retain staff, and deploying staff effectively on projects.
• Participating in industry events to promote the firm’s expertise.

Technical Aspects

As the leader in the Structural Discipline, you will engage through all project stages, from definition to completion, recognizing opportunities, understanding client needs, and managing project delivery.

• Staying current with industry and technology trends.
• Providing technical leadership on complex assignments.
• Ensuring QA/QC procedures are followed.
• Coordinating with other disciplines on multidisciplinary projects.
• Guiding project teams on risk management and mitigation.

Why Join Us?

We are passionate about the communities we serve, especially in northern Ontario and along the Great Lakes. We offer a friendly, collaborative environment with diverse technical resources, flexible career paths, and engaging projects.

Employee Ownership and Career Growth

• 100% employee-owned
• Share ownership opportunities
• Merit and profit bonus programs
• Competitive salaries and mentorship

Work-life Balance and Wellness

• Health and dental benefits
• RRSP/DPSP matching
• Flexible hours and hybrid work
• Parental leave top-up

Community Engagement

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee
• Environmental Sustainability Committee
• Reconciliation Action Plan Committee
• Local fundraising and events

Application Instructions

If interested, send your cover letter and resume to [e-mail]. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and provide accommodations upon request.

At JLR, we foster an inclusive culture where everyone can connect, belong, and grow.

Apply now