Senior Bridge Design Engineer / Project Manager

Ainley Group; Kingston (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Ainley Group is seeking a Senior Bridge Design Engineer to lead the bridge design team in Belleville, Kingston, or Ottawa. This role focuses on planning, design, and administration of bridge rehabilitation and replacement projects while mentoring staff and maintaining client relationships.

You will coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, manage project delivery, and contribute to business development within the Bridges Group.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the design of transportation structures.
• Experience in a management or supervisory capacity would be an asset.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Word, Excel, and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Lead and complete the structural design of new bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and structural repairs in accordance with CSA-S6-CHBDC.
• Manage project teams, including intermediate and junior engineers and technologists, providing coaching, mentorship, and performance guidance.
• Coordinate and liaise with clients, approving authorities, and external design teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Oversee preparation of engineering drawings. Prepare tender packages with specifications and engineering cost estimates. Complete and construction administration for bridge, culvert and retaining wall replacement and rehabilitation projects.
• Maintain existing client relationships and support business development, including preparing technical proposals and fee estimates to secure future structural projects.
• Ensure projects meet schedule, budget, quality, and risk management objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Mentoring staff

Education

P.Eng. Ontario

Tools

AutoCAD

Word

Excel

MS Project

Job description

Belleville, Kingston or Ottawa

Position Description

Ainley Group is seeking a Senior Bridge Design Engineer to lead our bridge design team in Belleville, Kingston, or Ottawa. This management-focused role provides the opportunity to oversee the planning, design, and administration of bridge rehabilitation and replacement projects while mentoring staff and maintaining client relationships. You will coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, manage project delivery, and contribute to business development within our Bridges Group.

The Specifics Of The Position Are As Follows

• Lead and complete the structural design of new bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and structural repairs in accordance with CSA-S6-CHBDC.
• Manage project teams, including intermediate and junior engineers and technologists, providing coaching, mentorship, and performance guidance.
• Coordinate and liaise with clients, approving authorities, and external design teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Oversee preparation of engineering drawings. Prepare tender packages with specifications and engineering cost estimates. Complete and construction administration for bridge, culvert and retaining wall replacement and rehabilitation projects.
• Maintain existing client relationships and support business development, including preparing technical proposals and fee estimates to secure future structural projects.
• Ensure projects meet schedule, budget, quality, and risk management objectives.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the design of transportation structures. Experience in a management or supervisory capacity would be an asset.
• Strong working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code (CSA-S6), and MTO Structural Manual.
• Experience leading and working with multi-disciplinary design teams and mentoring junior staff.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software, AutoCAD, Word, Excel, and MS Project.
• Potential for MTO RAQS registration in the design and evaluation of complex structures (multi-span) is an asset.
• Independent, organized, and proactive, with excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to develop trusted relationships with clients and internal teams.

Why Join Ainley Group

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling to support your personal and professional life.
• Financial Growth: Annual performance-based salary increases and participation in a company profit-sharing plan.
• Health & Security: Comprehensive benefits and a Matched Pension Plan starting upon hire.
• Time Off: Sick leave and personal leave allocations.
• Career Investment: Continuous training, access to advanced technology, and full reimbursement of professional association fees.

Compensation: $120,000 – $160,000 per year

Final compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s specialized experience and technical skill set. While the provided range serves as a general baseline, we take a holistic approach to defining final offers.

Vacancy Status

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

AI Disclosure

We do not use artificial intelligence tools to screen, assess, or select applications for this position.

Post-Interview Notification

In accordance with our commitment to transparency, all candidates interviewed for this role will be notified of the hiring decision within 21 days of their final interview.