Tunnel Shift Engineer: TBM & Underground Construction

FCC Group

Toronto

On-site

CAD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

FCC Canada Ltd. is seeking a Tunnel Shift Engineer to provide technical and operational support for tunneling activities on assigned shifts, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with project specs and schedules.

The role covers day-to-day tunnel construction and TBM operations, with field oversight and cross-team coordination. Responsibilities include on-shift engineering support, monitoring of activities, planning daily work, maintaining logs, and tracking KPIs.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline.
5–10 years of experience in heavy civil construction with tunneling.
Experience with TBM operations; slurry TBM experience is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

Provide on-shift engineering support for tunnel construction and TBM operations, including excavation, segment installation, ground support, and logistics activities.
Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, Construction Method Statements, and Safety Plans.
Assist with planning and coordination of daily work activities in collaboration with the Tunnel Superintendent and shift supervisors.
Maintain accurate shift reports, daily logs, field records, and production data in accordance with company and project requirements.
Track quantities, progress, and key performance indicators to support schedule and productivity objectives.
Identify and report non-conformances, constructability issues, and potential risks, proposing corrective actions as required.
Support implementation of quality control procedures and assist with inspections and testing activities.
Ensure compliance with all safety requirements, including monitoring of ventilation, ground conditions, confined space controls, and emergency response procedures.
Promote and enforce adherence to the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Act, and project-specific safety standards.
Coordinate with survey, quality, safety, maintenance, and logistics teams to support efficient tunnel operations.
Interface with subcontractors and suppliers during assigned shifts to ensure work is performed safely and efficiently.
Assist with troubleshooting TBM, mechanical, and civil construction issues in coordination with specialized teams.
Participate in toolbox talks, shift handovers, and coordination meetings to ensure continuity of operations.
Travel to project sites and work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, as required by tunnel operations.