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Stantec

Transportation Structural Engineer

Stantec, Ottawa, ON


We create great places and the connections that get people and goods moving-whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.
Your Opportunity
Morrison Hershfield now Stantec's Infrastructure group has developed some of the Canadian market's most notable infrastructure projects and we are highly committed to delivering outstanding quality while meeting our clients' needs. Our team of Planners, Engineers and Contract Administrators deliver infrastructure solutions that drive economic growth and social prosperity.

Our group offers a positive customer experience across all regions of Canada, from project inception, design development and through to construction completion. Our national HI group is comprised of engineers, technicians and support personnel with their diverse backgrounds in design and construction, committed to delivering excellent technical work and customer service to our clients. This national team has earned an exceptional reputation through its successful delivery of multidisciplinary infrastructure projects in Canada.
Your Key Responsibilities
  • Act as lead designer for small and medium-sized engineering assignments, with the intent to develop skills towards a future project manager/technical lead role for larger projects
  • Attend site visits related to pre-design information gathering, construction and postconstruction review
  • Coordinate work with other disciplines including highway/road, electrical, drainage and environmental planning
  • Analysis and evaluation of appropriate design solutions and design of transportation structures including bridges, culverts, retaining walls and foundation
  • Direct CAD team for drawing preparation and review deliverables before submission to the client
  • Prepare and review technical reports, tender documents and cost estimate
  • Provide tender evaluations and/or construction engineering services
  • Work within assigned project budgets and schedules
  • Mentor junior staff with regard to project work

Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Interest in working both in the office and the field environment
  • Ability to perform outdoor physical duties while doing bridge inspection work
  • Valid Ontario driver's license and access to a vehicle
  • Strong computer skills, including experience with CAD and SAP2000, CSiBridge, SFRAME
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong, interpersonal and presentation skills
  • Able to work in a team environment and excel in both bridge and multi-disciplined projects
  • Organized and detail-oriented
  • Ability to mentor the technical development of others
  • Works well with minimal direct supervision
  • Exercises independent judgment
Education and Experience
B.ASc. or B.Eng. in Civil/Structural Engineering, with strong interest and experience in structures, particularly bridges

P.Eng. status and minimum 4 years of proven experience in design using Canadian codes and design standards

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.