Structural Designer (Contractor)

Giffen Consulting; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A consulting engineering firm based in Vancouver is seeking Structural Design Contractors to assist the engineering team. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in mining and heavy industrial projects, and be proficient in structural design and drafting using software such as Advanced Steel and RISA. The role demands strong collaboration skills and the ability to produce high-quality designs while adhering to client specifications.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience as a Structural Designer on Mining/Heavy Industrial Projects.
• Familiar with greenfield and brownfield projects.
• Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and codes of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide structural design and drafting support.
• Develop 3D models using Advanced Steel.
• Prepare drawings for reinforced concrete and structural steel.

Skills

Structural design

3D modeling

Quality checks

Collaboration

Technical report writing

Education

Diploma in Structural Engineering Technology

Tools

Advanced Steel

RISA

Revit

Job description

Position Overview

Giffen Consulting Ltd. (Giffen) is looking for Structural Design Contractors to assist our engineering team. We are looking for contractors with a mining and heavy industrial background to join us.

About Us

Giffen is a Canadian company, with offices in Vancouver, BC, and Toronto, ON, that provides fit-for-purpose engineering and project delivery solutions, specializing in the mining, utility, and heavy industrial sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing structural design and drafting support
• Develop 3D models using Advanced Steel and integration into RISA
• Prepare drawings for reinforced concrete and structural steel using Advanced Steel
• Analyze designs of structures, building envelope systems, and structural components while adhering to established guidelines and client specifications
• Interpreting complex drawings that incorporate interfacing civil, structural and architectural design requirements with piping, mechanical, and electrical disciplines
• Prepare material take-offs
• Reviewing and performing quality checks of project documents prior to issue for scope and presentation against project standards and specifications
• Provide input on tendering, contract administration, schedule, and budget to ensure projects are completed to specification
• Write and review technical reports, specifications, and construction specifications
• Collaborate with vendors, clients, and other key stakeholders

Qualifications

• Diploma in Structural Engineering Technology or equivalent from an accredited university or college
• 7+ years of progressive experience as a Structural Designer on Mining / Heavy Industrial Projects
• Familiar with greenfield and brownfield projects
• Experience in Structural, Concrete and Platework design plant layout with crushing, grinding, materials handling, flotation, CIL/CIP, slurry, pumping, slurry agitation, particle size classification and separation would be highly regarded
• Familiar with structural BIM and analysis software like Revit, Advanced Steel and RISA is considered an asset
• Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and codes of practice