Structural Engineer, Buildings

WSP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Calgary is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's in Structural Engineering and over 6 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing projects, performing engineering assessments, and mentoring junior staff. The firm offers attractive compensation, flexible work options, and a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Attractive pay

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer with APEGA or eligible to do so.
• 6+ years of relevant experience in structural engineering.
• Experience in seismic analysis and design.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and assessments for various structures.
• Manage projects and coordinate with clients and disciplines.
• Oversee all project phases from feasibility to construction.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers.
• Provide recommendations to clients on changes and cost estimates.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Project Management

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAFE

RamSteel

Job description

Overview

WSP's Property & Buildings Structural Team is currently looking for an experienced Structural Engineer to join our Calgary office. This person is excited about the world of buildings, has a diverse background of relevant experience to draw from and is driven to make a positive impact within our group and for our clients. Innovation in design and solutions from proposals through to constructed projects will be a pillar of their attitude.

Why WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we\'re proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we\'re growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we\'re open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it\'s like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

A day in the life...

• Perform engineering calculations and assessments for various structures.
• Manage projects and coordinate with clients and other disciplines.
• Oversee all project phases from feasibility to construction.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
• Perform varied engineering assignments with support from a senior principal engineer.
• Provide recommendations to clients on changes, cost estimates, and payments.
• Develop work plans aligned with client needs and ensure targets and standards are met.
• Maintain key client relationships.
• Travel occasionally within Western Canada for site assessments and support.

What you\'ll bring to WSP

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering;
• Registered Professional Engineer with the APEGA, or eligibility to do so;
• 6+ years of relevant experience;
• Project Management experience is an asset;
• Experience in the design of new and renovation projects for a variety of project types including Institutional (schools, data centres, prisons), Commercial (offices, retail stores, mixed use), Transportation (LRT, maintenance facilities, transit facilities), Health Care (hospitals, laboratories), and Light Industrial;
• Seismic analysis and design experience is an asset;
• Proficiency in ETABS, SAFE, and RamSteel is an asset;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.