Intermediate Civil Structural Engineer

HOCS Projects; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HOCS Projects is seeking an Intermediate Civil Engineer to provide civil/structural design and discipline-lead support for small to medium brownfield projects in Oil & Gas. You will lead a discipline team, coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams, and ensure quality, schedule, and budget adherence.

Responsibilities include preparing calculations, drawings, and documentation, reviewing vendor deliverables, and guiding junior staff while traveling to project sites as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA, or eligible to obtain registration within three months of employment.
• Valid driver’s licence and the ability to travel to project sites as required.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Industry experience in Oil & Gas, petrochemical or related sectors.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil and structural engineering design for steel structures, foundations, supports, and site development.
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications and other technical documentation.
• Contribute to design basis documents and FEED/Construction packages.
• Review drawings, calculations, specifications and vendor documents for quality and compliance.
• Ensure deliverables meet client requirements, codes, and safety standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.

Skills

Structural Analysis (RISA-3D)

CAD (2D/3D)

MS Office

Communication

Organization

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA or eligible within 3 months

Driver’s Licence

Tools

RISA-3D

2D CAD

3D CAD

Job description

Role Overview

The Intermediate Civil Engineer will provide civil and structural engineering design services and discipline-lead support for projects undertaken by HOCS Projects. Most assignments will involve small to medium-sized brownfield projects within the Oil & Gas industry. This role will support projects throughout all phases of execution, with responsibility for civil and structural engineering, technical deliverables, multi-disciplinary coordination, and maintaining the quality, schedule, and budget requirements of assigned engineering scopes.

Key Responsibilities

Civil & Structural Engineering

• Engineering & Design: Perform civil and structural engineering for steel structures, equipment foundations, pipe supports, and minor site development and site preparation work throughout all project phases.
• Technical Deliverables: Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications, and other civil/structural engineering documentation.
• Engineering Packages: Prepare and contribute to Design Basis Memoranda (DBMs), Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) reports, Construction Work Packages (CWPs), and other technical documentation.
• Technical Reviews: Review drawings, calculations, specifications, vendor documents, and other engineering deliverables.
• Codes & Standards: Ensure technical deliverables comply with applicable client requirements, HOCS procedures, engineering codes, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Technical Quality: Maintain the accuracy, completeness, and overall technical quality of civil and structural engineering deliverables.

Discipline Leadership & Coordination

• Discipline Leadership: Lead a small civil/structural discipline team with guidance and support from senior leadership.
• Multi-Disciplinary Coordination: Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, clients, vendors, and contractors to support effective project execution.
• Technical Guidance: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, designers, and technologists.
• Continuous Improvement: Support quality management, continuous improvement initiatives, and the development of engineering procedures and standards.

Project Planning & Controls

• Scope Execution: Deliver assigned engineering scopes within established project schedules, budgets, and man-hour targets.
• Material Take-Offs: Prepare material take-offs (MTOs) to support engineering, procurement, and project planning.
• Engineering Estimates: Prepare engineering estimates and order-of-magnitude construction cost estimates.
• Work Management: Organize and manage multiple engineering assignments and priorities while maintaining project requirements and deadlines.

Field & Project Support

• Site Visits: Participate in site visits, field investigations, existing-condition assessments, and construction support activities as required.
• Brownfield Support: Assist with field verification and the assessment of existing facilities to support the development and integration of brownfield designs.
• Site Safety: Travel to remote project sites and comply with all applicable client and site-specific health and safety requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Professional Registration

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Professional Registration: Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA, or registered in another Canadian jurisdiction and eligible to obtain registration with APEGA within three months of employment.
• Driver’s Licence: Valid driver’s licence and the ability to travel to project sites as required.
• Work Authorization: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Experience

• Industry Experience: Relevant civil/structural engineering experience within the Oil & Gas, petrochemical, chemical processing, or a comparable industrial sector.
• Technical Experience: Experience preparing and reviewing engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, reports, and construction work packages.
• Civil/Structural Knowledge: Sound knowledge of structural steel, reinforced concrete, foundation, and civil/site design.
• Codes & Standards: Working knowledge of applicable Canadian engineering codes, industry standards, construction practices, and regulatory requirements.

Technical Skills

• Structural Analysis: Proficiency in RISA-3D or comparable structural analysis software.
• Design Tools: Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD applications.
• Microsoft Office: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Organization: Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
• Problem Solving: Sound technical judgment with strong decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Skills & Attributes

• Quality Focus: Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality engineering work.
• Initiative: Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working independently while taking ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Teamwork: Positive and professional, with strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Supportive Approach: Willing to support colleagues and take initiative when project needs extend beyond assigned responsibilities.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates integrity, ethical judgment, accountability, and professionalism.
• Continuous Learning: Committed to continuous learning and willing to apply and share new knowledge and skills.
• Health & Safety: Committed to workplace health and safety and to protecting the public and the environment.
• Site Readiness: Able and willing to travel to project sites and comply with applicable client and site-specific safety requirements.