Structural Engineering Office Manager

MACDONNELL; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a senior engineering manager to lead their dynamic team focused on innovative solutions for bridges and ports. This role offers the chance to drive business development, oversee project management, and ensure technical excellence in a rapidly growing firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering, with at least 8 years of experience, and the ability to inspire and mentor a team of professionals. Join a forward-thinking company that values creativity and collaboration, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of engineering services across Canada.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in design of bridges and ports.
• Ability to register as a Professional Engineer in Nova Scotia.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering practice focusing on bridges and ports.
• Manage relationships with technical organizations and participate in conferences.

Skills

Management Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Creative Thinking

Project Management

Business Development

Technical Direction

Mentoring

Education

Undergraduate Engineering Degree

Graduate Engineering Degree

Job description

We are seeking a senior professional with strong management skills to lead our engineering practice which has a focus on bridges and ports. This opportunity, for the correct individual, is to provide leadership, business development, project management, and technical direction, oversee the delivery of all our engineering work, and to grow our capability to meet the requirements of our growing client-focused business. This unique opportunity has been created by a new business plan focused on the roll out of our special blend of services across Canada. The individual we are seeking is an engineering manager who can build and lead a talented group of professionals around the unique structural monitoring, design, and education service model of our firm. This person understands the technical excellence required, enjoys the business development challenges, and can manage for profitability.

Qualifications:

1. Undergraduate or Graduate Engineering Degree.
2. Ability to register as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) in the province of Nova Scotia.
3. Broad scope knowledge of civil designs and an understanding of industry codes, standards, and construction methods.
4. Material design experience, which may include experience in the use of structural steel, reinforced concrete, FRP, and/or wood.
5. Minimum 8 years experience working in the design of bridge and port structures as well as heavy industrial projects.
6. A unique focus on structural health monitoring (SHM) or experience in this area would also be considered a strong asset.
7. Ability to handle multiple tasks.
8. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
9. Team-oriented and a creative thinker.
10. Previous experience mentoring and coaching junior/intermediate level designers and technical professionals.

At various stages, you will be working with a team of highly qualified professionals who together will manage the professional practices of the company. You will also manage the company’s relationships with technical organizations and participate in the annual BRIDGELIFE Conference.