Senior Building Structural Engineer

BPA; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Flexible scheduling

RRSP with employer contributions

Professional development

Job summary

BPA is actively seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our Buildings team in Toronto. You will lead diverse structural design projects and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams nationwide.

In this role, you will evaluate existing buildings for expansion and retrofit, manage budgets and timelines, and serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients. The position offers a flexible, people-focused environment with a strong emphasis on professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural focus.
• P.Eng. designation in Ontario or eligibility for immediate PEO registration.
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience in buildings.
• Extensive experience in new building design and construction.
• Experience with existing building assessments, retrofits, and renovations.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering projects from concept through construction.
• Manage delivery and oversee junior engineers, EITs, and staff.
• Mentor junior engineers and staff.
• Support proposals, planning, budgeting, and resource management.
• Design structural systems for concrete, steel, masonry, and timber.
• Perform seismic analyses per applicable codes.
• Coordinate drawings with architects, contractors, and other disciplines.
• Prepare reports, calculations, specs, and docs.
• Participate in site visits and construction support.
• Maintain client relationships as a technical adviser.
• Conduct evaluations and condition assessments of existing buildings.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Client relations

Time management

Multi-family design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Structural)

Tools

ETABS

SAFE

S-CONCRETE

ADAPT

SAP2000

RAM

RISA

REVIT

Bluebeam

Job description

BPA is more than an engineering firm - it's a passionate team shaping the buildings and infrastructure of tomorrow. With offices across Canada, our expertise in sustainable design and technical innovation drives impactful projects from coast to coast. Joining BPA means putting your talent to work on meaningful projects, collaborating with recognized experts, and growing in a flexible, people-focused and forward-thinking environment.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Structural Engineer to join our growing Buildings team in Toronto. In this role, you will lead the structural design of a diverse portfolio of projects involving both new building construction and expansion. The role may also include the assessment of existing buildings for expansion, renovation, and integration with new construction.

Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to complex and rewarding projects across the commercial, institutional, healthcare, residential, industrial, and mixed-use sectors. This position offers an excellent opportunity to take on technical leadership responsibilities while mentoring junior engineers and supporting business growth in the Greater Toronto Area.

What You\'ll Do

• Lead structural engineering projects from concept through construction.
• Manage the delivery of projects, overseeing the work of junior/intermediate engineers, EITs, and technical staff, to ensure their work is complete and conforms to all code and company design standards.
• Mentor junior/intermediate engineers, EITs, and technical staff.
• Support proposal preparation, project planning, budgeting, and resource management.
• Design structural systems and components for new buildings using concrete, steel, masonry and timber.
• Perform seismic assessments and structural analyses in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
• Review and coordinate drawings with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.
• Prepare technical reports, structural calculations, specifications, and construction documents.
• Participate in site visits, field reviews, and construction support services.
• Manage client relationships and serve as a trusted technical advisor.
• Conduct structural evaluations, investigations, and condition assessments of existing buildings.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario or eligibility for immediate registration with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
• Minimum 10+ years of structural engineering experience within the buildings sector.
• Extensive experience with both: New building design and construction.
• Extensive experience with both: Existing building assessments, rehabilitation, retrofits, and renovations.
• Strong knowledge of: Ontario Building Code (OBC).
• Strong knowledge of: National Building Code of Canada (NBCC).
• Strong knowledge of: CSA structural design standards.
• Strong knowledge of ETABS and SAFE analysis/design software.
• Experience using structural analysis and design software such as S-CONCRETE, ADAPT, SAP2000, RAM, RISA, or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of Bluebeam software.
• Knowledge of or experience with the use of REVIT.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management skills including an ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously on demanding timelines.
• Experience with the design of multi-family residential buildings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading multidisciplinary building projects.
• Experience in high-rise, healthcare, institutional, or commercial, building projects.
• Knowledge of post-tensioned design and construction.
• Knowledge of heritage building restoration projects.
• Project management experience including budgeting, scheduling, and client management.
• Existing relationships within the Toronto development and construction market.

Build your career with us and enjoy…

• A culture built on collaboration, knowledge sharing, talent development, and the quality of our work.
• A 37.5-hour workweek with flexible scheduling and the possibility of finishing at noon on Fridays.
• A hybrid work policy that promotes balance between professional and personal life.
• A competitive total compensation package, including a comprehensive group insurance plan and an RRSP program with employer contributions.
• A structured training and professional development program supported by UniversiT, our internal entity dedicated to the technical and personal growth of every employee.
• A structured Mentorship Program that connects early-career professionals with experienced mentors to kick-start your BPA career.
• Cutting-edge technology, including BIM and modern collaborative tools.
• The "Finding Balance" program, which promotes overall well-being, mental health, and sustainable productivity.

Salary range: $105,000.00 - $120,00.00 per year, with final compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, scope of the role and geographic location.

AI usage: BPA may use digital tools to support note-taking during interviews. These tools do not influence screening or hiring decisions.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Additional details regarding compensation and our overall rewards approach will be shared throughout the recruitment process.

We are committed to the principles of employment equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility across all our offices in Canada. We comply with applicable accessibility legislation, including the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and will provide accommodations upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process. We encourage applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.