Opportunities Bridge Engineer (Engineer 1-3)

Tyler Data & Insights; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in Halifax is seeking a Bridge Engineer to provide specialized engineering services for bridge design and inspection. Responsibilities include project management, technical expertise delivery, and compliance reporting. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and is registered with Engineers Nova Scotia. Excellent organization skills and experience with structural design codes are mandatory. This full-time role includes a benefits package and a salary of $2,084.99 – $3,364.90 bi-weekly.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Vacation

Employee and Family Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Registered with Engineers Nova Scotia as Engineer-in-Training or licensed.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and demonstrate sound decision-making skills.
• Proven professional communication skills for dealing with various stakeholders.
• Experience with structural design codes and handbooks.
• Knowledge of project management techniques and consultant procurement practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in structural engineering services related to bridges.
• Act as project manager for structure designs and supervise consultants.
• Prepare tender documentation for highway structures projects.
• Conduct site inspections and solve design/construction related issues.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Microsoft Office

Microstation

Financial Report Writing

Mathcad

CAD

Adobe Bridge

Project Engineering

Autocad

Geometry

Contracts

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Registration with Engineers Nova Scotia

Tools

Structural/bridge software

AutoCAD

Job description

Competition #

46947

Department

Public Works

Location

Halifax

Type of Employment

Permanent

Union Status

NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date

23-Sep-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia's 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways and 4,100 bridges. Our Structural Engineering Division is growing and we have an opportunity available for a Bridge Engineer to join our team. Become part of the team today who is responsible for and involved with bridge projects culverts retaining walls, overhead sign structures and other highway related structures. Watch your projects come to life and make exciting impacts to the provincial road network of Nova Scotia.

About Our Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager of Structural Engineering, the Bridge Engineer provides specialized structural and bridge engineering services respecting the design, tendering, construction and inspection of bridges and other highway structures.

Primary Accountabilities

• Provide technical expertise in the delivery of structural engineering services related to bridges, culverts, retaining walls, overhead sign structures and other highway related structures.
• Act as a project manager for structure designs by procuring engineering consulting services, preparing terms of reference, coordinating proposal reviews, awarding contracts, supervising consultants’ work and approving payment.
• Coordinate and review bridge surveys, geotechnical investigations, bridge alignments, hydrology/hydraulics analysis reports, structure designs, archeology reports, environmental assessment reports, environmental permitting applications and tender documents.
• Use sound engineering principles and structural/bridge engineering software to prepare structural/bridge designs and coordinate design drawings for bridges and other highway structures.
• Provide structural/bridge engineering support, assistance and advice to department staff and other government agencies.
• Prepare tender documentation for highway structures projects including design drawings, cost estimates, quantities and special provisions.
• Assist and provide guidance to the project engineer during construction by reviewing shop drawings, answering questions and completing site inspections as needed.
• Solve design/construction related issues and make recommendations to the project engineer.
• Undertake commissioning and warranty inspections for new bridge structures as needed.
• Apply and obtain permits from regulatory authorities on bridge projects.
• Consult with Office of Lnu Affairs (OLA) and Department of Communities Culture Tourism & Heritage (CCTH) as per the Aboriginal Consultation Guidelines for bridge projects.
• Require occasional travel throughout the province of Nova Scotia to visit project sites and meet/work collaboratively with other technical staff across the department and Highway Program division.

Qualifications and Experience

You have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution and are registered with Engineers Nova Scotia (ENS) as an Engineer-in-Training or licensed to practice.

You are able to manage multiple priorities, have excellent organizational skills, are a quick learner and demonstrate sound decision‑making skills. You are a self‑motivated individual who works well independently with minimal supervision.

You have proven and professional communication skills (verbal and written) for dealing with department personnel, other government agencies, consultants, contractors and the public.

You have well‑developed planning and organizational skills coupled with the ability to multi‑task and adapt in this fast‑paced environment with competing priorities.

Must have experience with structural steel, reinforced concrete and timber structural design codes and handbooks. You must have experience using structural/bridge software and AutoCAD, Microsoft Office suites are essential.

You demonstrate experience in leading and coordinating project teams; experience in public speaking and/or giving formal presentations is a definite asset.

A working knowledge of structural design and analysis with Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code, Department Standard Specifications, Public Highway Act, Motor Vehicle Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and related regulations is considered an asset.

Experience and knowledge of project management techniques, consultant procurement practices, agreements, tendering processes, advanced highway structure design, computer applications is considered an asset.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s) and reference checks.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement the Government of Nova Scotia offers a wide range of benefits such as: Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General Illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation, Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our benefit program offerings click here: Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions

A majority of your time will be spent in an office environment but site visits will be required during all seasons and various weather conditions on heavily travelled roads or in rough isolated areas of construction sites.

Additional Information

An Engineer must be licensed to practice as determined by Engineers of Nova Scotia (ENS) before being classified as an Engineer 3.

What We Offer

• Career development where you have access to career guidance tools, resources and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected and tuned in; we have forward‑thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless career paths.

Pay Grade

PR 08 – PR 15

Salary Range

$2,084.99 – $3,364.90 Bi‑Weekly

Employment Equity Statement

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under‑represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups you are encouraged to self‑identify on your electronic application.

Accommodation Statement

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by human rights legislation. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process please contact us at __________.

Key Skills

• Construction Inspection
• Microsoft Office
• Microstation
• Construction Experience
• Financial Report Writing
• Mathcad
• CAD
• Adobe Bridge
• Project Engineering
• Autocad
• Geometry
• Contracts

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Vacancy

1