Senior Structural Director — Sustainable Building Leadership

BPA; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Hybrid work policy

Overtime paid

Job summary

BPA is seeking a Building Structure Director to plan, supervise, and develop structural engineering activities within the firm, ensuring technical quality, budgets, and schedules for projects in the Gatineau and Outaouais region.

The role requires 10–15 years in structural engineering with at least 5 years in a management or technical director position, strong knowledge of ETABS/SAP2000/ADA/SAFI, and a deep understanding of the Québec Building Code.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of relevant structural engineering experience, including ≥5 years in a managerial/technical director role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the structural engineering team (engineers and technicians).
• Ensure the design, verification, and validation of structural calculations and drawings (steel, concrete, wood, mixed structures).
• Actively participate in the department’s strategic planning and business development.
• Manage interdisciplinary coordination with architecture, mechanical, electrical, and civil departments.
• Ensure project compliance with the Québec Building Code (QBC), CSA standards, and municipal requirements.
• Supervise the preparation of technical specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients, partners, and subcontractors.
• Participate in recruiting, training, and evaluating structural department staff.
• Stay up to date with technical and regulatory developments to integrate best practices and innovations.

Skills

ETABS

SAP2000

ADA

SAFI

Materials knowledge

QBC knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Building Engineering, structural option

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

ADA

SAFI

Job description

BPA is seeking a Building Structure Director to plan, supervise, and develop structural engineering activities within the firm, ensuring technical quality, budgets, and schedules for projects in the Gatineau and Outaouais region.

The role requires 10–15 years in structural engineering with at least 5 years in a management or technical director position, strong knowledge of ETABS/SAP2000/ADA/SAFI, and a deep understanding of the Québec Building Code.