Structural Engineer - Centre Block Project

WSP; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ottawa is seeking a Structural Engineer for the Centre Block Rehabilitation Project, a significant heritage project. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, 5 years of experience in structural design, and familiarity with Canadian building codes. The role offers flexible work options and comprehensive benefits, emphasizing a collaborative culture. Applications for this exciting opportunity are welcomed from candidates capable of obtaining Reliability clearance.

Benefits

Attractive pay

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in structural design of buildings.
• Familiarity with the National Building Code of Canada.
• Ability to obtain PSPC Reliability clearance.

Responsibilities

• Completing engineering calculations and assessments.
• Managing and coordinating projects with clients.
• Preparing technical reports and design packages.

Skills

Structural design

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering

Postgraduate degree (Master or Ph.D.) focusing on seismic design

Tools

CSI analytical software suite (ETABS, SAFE, SAP)

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

The Opportunity:

Join WSP as a structural engineerfor the Centre Block Rehabilitation Project. Centre Block is our most iconic heritage building and a symbol of Canadian democracy. The building contains the House of Commons and Senate Chambers, as well as offices for MPs, senators and senior administrators.

The Centre Block Rehabilitation Project is a long-term renovation, rehabilitation and rejuvenation project of national interest within the Parliamentary Precinct. WSP (in joint venture) is providing a range of multidisciplinary consultancy services, including structural design and contract administration. WSP's scope extends well beyond a rehabilitation of Centre Block (CB) and the Peace Tower (PT) to include a large multi-level, below grade Visitor Welcome Centre (VWC) located immediately to the south of CB, and 30 related enabling work projects.

Note: This role can be based in any WSP Office location in Ontario, however will require Reliability clearance as this is a Government Project.

Why choose 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.

#WeAre WSP

What you can expect to do here:

• Completing engineering calculations, design and assessments of steel, concrete, and masonry structures
• Managing and coordinating projects with clients and other disciplines
• Preparing technical reports
• Preparing and delivering presentations to clients and other disciplines
• Preparing structural design packages
• Occasional visits to the sitefor structural assessments and site support

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• A Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering with a course focus on the structural design and analysis of buildings. A postgraduate degree (Master or Ph.D.) with a focus on seismic design and analysis would be an asset
• Familiarity with the National Building Code of Canada and the Canadian material design standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• 5 years of experience in structural design of buildings
• Proficiency in the CSI analytical software suite (ETABS, SAFE, SAP) would be an asset
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit would be an asset
• Ability to obtain PSPC Reliability clearance