Structural Engineer

ISL; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health benefits

Life Insurance

RRSP matching

Professional development

Parental leave

Assistance program

Job summary

ISL Engineering in Calgary seeks a Structural Engineer to lead detailed design across mass timber, concrete, masonry and steel, guiding concepts through tender and into construction.

You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with architects and multidisciplinary teams, review deliverables, and travel to project sites as required, contributing to safe, durable and community-focused building solutions.

Qualifications

• Registered as a P.Eng. with 7+ years of relevant work experience.
• Previous design and construction experience in building structural systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work with clients and consultant teams to deliver projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed structural designs from concept through tender to construction for diverse buildings.
• Assemble and review structural deliverables with team members.
• Coordinate deliverables with architectural, civil, landscape, mechanical, electrical, contractors and suppliers.
• Participate in project meetings and prepare reports for various buildings and structures.
• Support construction administration and perform field reviews; travel to rural locations as needed.
• Mentor junior engineers and review their work.
• Maintain QA practices and documentation standards on all projects.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives and stay current on industry trends.

Skills

Structural design

Mentoring

Code knowledge

Project coordination

Analytical thinking

Education

P.Eng licensure

Tools

SAP2000

SAFE

S-Frame

ETABS

WoodWorks Sizer

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Structural Engineer

Structural engineering at ISL means taking a project from a napkin sketch through tender and into construction, working across timber, concrete, masonry and steel on buildings that shape the communities around Calgary and beyond.

You will lead technical design, coordinate with architects, civil and mechanical teams, and mentor the next generation of engineers, all while backed by ISL's five sectors of multidisciplinary expertise.

If you are a P.Eng. who wants ownership over real, varied projects and a team that invests in your growth, this role was built for you.

A Little About ISL

ISL comprises just over 600 award-winning engineers, technologists, planners, landscape architects, scientists, and many more who work together to deliver infrastructure projects that minimize environmental impacts and maximize benefits to the community.

Learn more about our work by visiting us on Instagram @islengineering / LinkedIn and feel free to join our ISL newsletter on LinkedIn: Inside ISL.

More about what we do:

• We deliver on a variety of multidisciplinary projects
• We have extensive expertise – We have a variety of expertise and comprise five sectors specializing in Transportation, Municipal and Community, Bridges, Buildings and Structures, and Land and Environment. Learn more about our areas of practice.
• We are award-winning and recognized in the industry – Visit our #ISLLife blog and learn more.

About the Team

ISL’s Buildings Team works to deliver excellent service for our clients, both internal and external. Committed to finding, mentoring and growing the right individual, our team approach is integral to our success:

• We offer our team members a diverse range of projects on which to hone their skills and are committed to team member career progression
• Together we enjoy a challenge and variety in our work. We pride ourselves on delivering quality service to our clients on each of our projects

About the Role

Reporting into the Technical Lead, Buildings, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Preparing detailed structural engineering designs from concept, through tender to construction for a wide variety of projects including commercial, recreational, municipal, industrial, and residential buildings, in various structural materials (mass timber, light-frame wood, concrete, masonry and steel)
• Assembling and reviewing structural deliverables in collaboration with other team members
• Reviewing and coordinating deliverables with other project team members including architectural, civil, landscape, process, mechanical, electrical, contractors and suppliers as each project requires
• Participating in project meetings
• Completing assessments and preparing reports for various buildings and structures
• Supporting construction administration objectives and performing field reviews, including travel to rural locations
• Mentoring junior engineers and reviewing their work
• Observing and maintaining quality assurance practices and documentation standards on all projects
• Actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives
• Being a lifelong learner and staying current on industry trends and emerging technologies
• Collaborating with, advising, and assisting team members in other groups and offices

Location

ISL is proudly located in over 16 offices across Western Canada. This position will be located in:

• Calgary
• Open to relocating someone to Calgary

Your resume must display:

• Registered as a P.Eng. with 7+ years of relevant work experience
• Previous design and construction experience in building structural systems within the building construction industry
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with a variety of clients and consultant team members to deliver projects successfully
• Ability to use critical thinking to evaluate which multidisciplinary team member should be contacted for project efficiency
• Knowledge and application of structural theory, the National Building Code of Canada, and Canadian Design Standards. Preferred knowledge as it would apply to wood, steel, and reinforced concrete
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Familiarity with structural analysis software (e.g., SAP2000, SAFE, S-Frame, ETABS, WoodWorks Sizer or other similar)

Assets

• Preferred experience in a consulting engineering environment
• A graduate degree in structural engineering would be considered an asset
• Experience managing or mentoring other engineers

What ISL Offers

Thank you for considering ISL Engineering as your next step.

Our wellness philosophy encompasses the four pillars of physical, mental, financial, and spiritual well-being, which is why our benefits package is comprehensive and offers you some of the best available tools to maximize your career and lifestyle.

Depending on your experience level, the salary range (based on a 40-hour work week) is:

$90,000 – $130,000

Here are some of the amazing benefits we provide:

• Competitive annual bonus incentives.
• Hybrid model of work.
• Immediate employer-paid benefits upon commencement, which include health, dental, and extensive paramedical services.
• Life Insurance and AD&D options.
• Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts.
• Group RRSP with employer matching opportunities
• Paid professional development opportunities such as conferences and memberships.
• Parental leave top ups.
• 24/7/365 Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Service Recognition Awards.
• An excellent onboarding and mentorship plan to set you up for success.

At ISL your identity is part of our identity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) speaks to our core values and provides space for our teams to bring their authentic selves to work. ISL believes DEI creates the best outcomes for our clients while sustaining a happy and thriving work environment that allows for career development and opportunities for all staff. ISL is committed to a focused effort on continuous improvement and development of a respectful and safe workplace.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position. Only those who will be selected for an interview will be contacted.