Structural Engineer

City of Calgary; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 93,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in public service in Calgary is seeking a Structural Engineer to manage significant projects in bridge and transportation structure engineering. The ideal candidate will possess robust engineering qualifications, including a degree in Civil Engineering, with proven project management experience. This full-time role offers flexibility and supports work-life balance, providing an opportunity to contribute to the community while advancing professional expertise.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of relevant professional engineering experience.
• P. Eng. designation with APEGA practicing status.
• Experience in design and construction of transportation structures.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects ensuring delivery on time and budget.
• Provide technical expertise for various transportation structures.
• Develop design guidelines and perform load ratings.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Technical Expertise

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$93,651.00/yr - CA$141,404.00/yr

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

As a Structural Engineer in the Bridges and Geotechnics Division, you will perform project management and represent the City as a technical expert on capital projects and maintenance of bridges and other transportation structures. Primary duties include:

• Manage projects throughout all stages to ensure the procurement, design, construction, and close-out phases are delivered on schedule, on budget, and to a high-quality standard in alignment with the project's business case and charter.
• Develop and sustain strategic and working relationships with internal and external customers, community and business organizations, and partners to facilitate excellence in service delivery.
• Provide technical expertise and quality assurance decisions for City projects including bridges, bridge-sized culverts, tunnels, interchanges, Light Rail Transit (LRT) extensions, retaining walls, noise walls, sign structures, and other transportation structures.
• Complete select structural engineering designs, load ratings, inspections, and evaluations internally.
• Develop and help to maintain Design Guidelines, construction specifications, and standard details.
• Research new bridge engineering materials, products, and processes for acceptance / prequalification.
• Be on The City's bridge emergency response callout list rotationally but regularly, including after-hours (an additional stipend is provided to employees for this work).

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related Engineering field and at least 4 years of relevant professional engineering experience obtained after receiving your P. Eng. designation and a current licensure as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) complete with practicing status OR licensure and practicing status by the first day of work. Click here for more details.
• Experience in the design and construction administration / resident engineering of bridges and other transportation structures is required.
• Applied knowledge of project management in either a government or consulting environment will be considered an asset.
• Experience in bridge and transportation structure inspections and/or asset management will be considered an asset.
• Experience working and negotiating with developers and interest groups and presenting to legislative and political bodies is considered an asset.
• Success in this position requires sensitivity to corporate and business unit goals and priorities, along with the ability to provide technical and professional advice to both internal and external contacts, using professional judgement and practical expertise.
• The successful candidate will possess well-developed communication skills, the ability to work both independently and in a team environment, and a high standard of thoroughness, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Workstyle

• This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. Such arrangements are based on the operational requirements of the position and employee suitability and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.

Note: Please note all exempt positions at The City are undergoing a compensation review. This means the union jurisdiction and/or salary range listed here may change. Tell me more.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management, Engineering, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Government Administration, Civil Engineering, and Engineering Services

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