Lead Bridge Engineer

GHD
Calgary, Canada
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Geared toward seasoned structural engineers comfortable with transportation infrastructure design and leadership.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 10+ years of transportation structural design experience and leadership background
    — “10+ years of experience with transportation related structural design”
  • Individuals who can manage complex projects and deliver on tight schedules
    — “Experience managing multiple tasks while maintaining schedule”

Things to consider

  • Hybrid work requires three days in-office per week for collaboration and connection
    — “Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel”
  • Candidates must be licensed as a Professional Engineer in Alberta or British Columbia
    — “Licensed Professional Engineer in Alberta or British Columbia”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your ability to lead design teams and ensure QA/QC compliance in your resume
    — “Ensure successful project execution through QA/QC oversight”
  • Showcase your experience with structural analysis software and MS Office in technical projects
    — “Knowledgeable with structural analysis software and MS office”
  • Emphasize your track record in project delivery across the full lifecycle
    — “Support project delivery from planning and design through construction”
  • Demonstrate your strategic business initiative contributions in past roles
    — “Support growth through client engagement, and strategic business initiatives”
  • Position yourself as a technical leader with a history of managing personnel and teams
    — “Demonstrated leadership capabilities in the areas of personnel management”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • 10+ years of experience with transportation related structural design
  • ability to take ownership and accountability for structural design work
  • project management experience
  • strong problem solving and decision-making abilities
  • demonstrated leadership capabilities
Typical background
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Structural EngineeringLicensed Professional Engineer in Alberta or British Columbia

Skills & requirements

Required

Structural EngineeringProject ManagementStructural AnalysisEngineering DrawingsQuality AssuranceQuality ControlAremaCN RailCPKC RailClass 1 ExperienceMS Office

Preferred

AremaCN RailCPKC RailClass 1 Experience

Stack & domain

Structural EngineeringProject ManagementStructural Analysis SoftwareMS OfficeLeadershipProblem SolvingDecision MakingChange ManagementTeam BuildingCommunicationTransportationInfrastructure

About the role

Original posting from GHD

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. 

We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanization sustainable for generations to come.

Our Canadian West Civil Infrastructure Group is looking for an experienced Lead Bridge Engineer in Calgary or Edmonton or Vancouver.

Our Hybrid Work Model: 

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Who are we looking for?

In this position you will focus on transportation related structural work including roads and highways, rail and transit and ports. Our team provides integrated professional services throughout the full project lifecycle from initial policy and business case advice, through concept and detailed design, inspection and construction administration.

Lead proposal development and contribute to Go/No-Go decisions for targeted project opportunities across Western Canada.Support growth through client engagement, and strategic business initiatives.Serve as Project Manager or Design Manager on transportation infrastructure projects delivered through various procurement models.Provide design management, technical leadership, and support project delivery from planning and design through construction.Oversee structural analysis and the preparation of engineering drawings, specifications, and tender documents.Ensure successful project execution through QA/QC oversight, timely deliverables, and management of multiple priorities. Provide technical guidance and support collaboration across GHD's global network. 

What you’ll bring to the team:

10+ years of experience with transportation related structural design (bridges, culverts, retaining walls, etc). Ability to take ownership and accountability for structural design workBachelor’s degree or equivalent in Structural EngineeringLicensed Professional Engineer in Alberta or British ColumbiaAREMA, CN Rail, CPKC Rail or other Class 1 experience are considered an assetProject Management experience demonstrating effective and practical project management skillsStrong problem solving and decision-making abilitiesDemonstrated leadership capabilities in the areas of personnel management, decision making, change management, employee development, performance management, and team building skillsKnowledgeable with structural analysis software and MS office Experience managing multiple tasks while maintaining schedule and a high degree of attention to detail Excellent communication skills (both oral and written), with the ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues  Self-starter with an entrepreneurial attitude, committed to building a practice and being part of the exciting growth opportunities within Western Canada 

Salary range: 112,448 - $187,413

The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications, and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.  

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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Source: GHD careers

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