Senior Project Engineer

LJB Inc.; Markham; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

LJB Canada, Inc. in Toronto, ON is seeking a Senior Project Engineer with 5–8 years of tunnel and trenchless project experience to lead design and construction deliverables. The role covers geotechnical/structural analysis, construction plan preparation, and client coordination.

This full-time position requires strong technical writing, communication, and mentorship abilities, with field shifts including nights and weekends as needed to support projects across regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural/geotechnical or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 5-8 years of relevant project experience in planning, design, and construction of tunnel and trenchless projects.
• Excellent problem solving, decision making, and teamwork skills.
• Excellent technical writing skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Leading tasks in production of project deliverables for clients.
• Independently producing technical deliverables according to client specifications.
• Preparing construction plans and specifications, including geotechnical and structural elements.
• Producing calculations and design reports and technical memoranda.
• Communicating technical and non-technical information in meetings with owners, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Completing geotechnical and structural analyses for tunnel and trenchless design.
• Preparing technical reports and geotechnical data/reports (GDRs/GBRs).
• Supporting design parameters from geotechnical reports and project documents.
• Performing structural analysis for tunnels, shafts, stations, and retaining structures.

Skills

Project leadership

Technical writing

Communication

Teamwork

Mentor junior staff

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural/geotechnical or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Brief Description

As a growing, forward-thinking firm, LJB Canada, Inc., is expanding our impact across the country by delivering innovative, community-focused engineering solutions. Founded in 1966, we specialize in civil and structural engineering, with additional expertise in geospatial, safety, and environmental services. Our broad technical capabilities and diverse client base have allowed us to deliver successful projects in all 50 states and several countries.

LJB Canada, Inc. is currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill a full-time Senior Project Engineer role in Toronto, ON. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience working on major tunnels, and trenchless projects, including both design and construction roles, and will possess the professional and interpersonal skills to make a positive impact on our firm and the clients we serve.

Annual Compensation: $150,000+ based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

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Senior Project Engineer Essential Functions

• Leading tasks in production of project deliverables for clients
• Independently producing technical deliverables according to client specifications.
• Independently preparing construction plans and specifications, structural/ geotechnical.
• calculations and design reports, and technical memoranda.
• Communicating technical and non-technical information in a concise, professional manner, including participation in technical meetings and workshops with owners, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Producing geotechnical and structural engineering calculations (including numerical analysis) as required in support of tunnel and trenchless design including support of excavation (shafts & tunnels including connection details and complex structures), and adherence to all local and national codes of practice for concrete, steel, and timber design.
• Independently preparing technical reports including preparation of technical memoranda, letters, and reports, as well as geotechnical data reports (GDRs), and geotechnical baseline reports (GBRs).
• Completing geotechnical engineering associated with tunnel and trenchless design including development of design parameters from geotechnical reports and project documents.
• Completing structural analysis and design associated with tunnels, shafts, and stations, including lining, connections, support of excavation, and retaining structures in steel, concrete, and timber.
• Increasing LJB’s visibility in the industry by participating in regional initiatives, conferences, committees, and community associations, including any identified professional association activities.
• Field based assignments will include shift work, weekdays, night, and weekend work. Office-based assignments will require a standard weekday business hours work schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant area of study required (civil, structural, geological/geotechnical, or related field). Master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant project experience in the planning, design, and construction of a variety of tunnel and trenchless projects.
• Excellent problem solving, decision making, and teamwork skills.
• Excellent technical writing skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, a thorough knowledge of relevant technical codes, operations, processes, and trends.
• Ability to work independently, exercise independent judgment, interact with other staff, collaborate with other disciplines, and mentor junior staff.

LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

If you are a self-starting individual who wishes to join an established team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this opportunity is for you.

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