Job Description
Intermediate Structural Engineer
(full-time permanent position)
Location: Hamilton, Ontario
GM BluePlan is currently seeking an Intermediate Structural Engineer that will join our Infrastructure Renewal, Design and Construction Team to provide structural engineering solutions to primarily municipal clients for a variety of municipal infrastructure including bridges, roads, water treatment/distribution, and wastewater collection/treatment. This role will involve in all phases of capital delivery projects including planning, condition assessment, preliminary/detailed design, approvals, tendering, shop drawing review, and construction inspection.
Our dynamic work environment encourages teamwork, ingenuity and creativity. We strive to create the opportunity for both personal and professional growth. We are committed to providing a flexible work environment and a competitive compensation package including a full benefits package and RRSP program. We promote career development, education opportunities and social activities, and we strongly value energetic and entrepreneurial individuals.
GM BluePlan is a dynamic engineering consulting firm that provides a full range of services to our clients across Canada. At GM BluePlan, we have a vision to lead a better engineered future for the communities we live in and for the generations to come.
In 2023, GM BluePlan joined GEI Consultants Inc., a North American leader in multi-disciplined engineering and environmental services for private and public sector clients. The combined firms now represent one of Ontario's leading employee-owned design and consulting firms.
This position generally involves:
- Complete structural condition assessment of various structural assets including buildings, valve chambers, bridges and other structures.
- Complete and review detailed structural engineering design calculations and drawings as prepared by technologists, EITs and other Professional Engineers.
- Prepare professional communications such as letters, technical memoranda and reports for client deliverables.
- Contribute to business development through preparation of work plans, fee estimates and formal proposals in response to RFPs.
- Prepare structural engineering drawings and design reports.
- Develop cost estimates and construction specifications.
- Support the permitting and approvals processes including building permit applications.
- Inspect construction activities, review shop drawings, and provide contract administration support.
- Mentor and support young staff in their career development, as well as receive mentoring and support for your own development.
What you will need:
- Licensed Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario.
- 7+ years of experience in structural engineering design and construction.
- Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code (OBC), Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code (CSA S6), the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario's Structural Manual, Ontario Provincial Standards and applicable legislation around bridge and culvert replacement and rehabilitation.
- Experience with OSIM inspections and structural rehabilitation projects.
- Experience with administration of construction contracts and on-site construction inspection.
- Strong organizational, oral, written communication and problem-solving skills.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD and finite element modeling software.
- Motivation to broaden experience in the areas of design, construction, project management, operations, and supervision within a multi-disciplinary consulting environment.
What we are committed to providing:
- A dynamic and balanced work environment offering flexible work hours and work-life balance.
- Exposure to a broad range of civil engineering projects.
- Career development and education opportunities.
- A positive work experience and opportunities for growth and advancement.
- A competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including benefits and RRSP program.
- Extra-curricular social activities (sports, summer BBQ's, team building activities).
Join our team!
Candidates who are interested in joining our dynamic team are invited to press the apply button and follow the process to submit their resume.
We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GM BluePlan Engineering Limited will accommodate candidates under the AODA legislation in all aspects of the hiring process. Please notify us if accommodation is required.
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