Principal Structural Engineer - Built Environment

Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

Mott MacDonald has an immediate need for a Principal Structural Engineer to work on Built Environment related projects in Canada and assist in directing Built Environment staff performing planning, design and construction of institutional, aviation, healthcare, governmental, transportation, and general infrastructure projects. 

As a Principal Engineer, your roles and responsibilities are expected to include:

• Leading structural engineering designs of buildings and transit infrastructure including management and supervision of structural engineering teams
• Managing Built Environment projects, including management and coordination of multi-disciplinary design teams.
• Implementing quality control and assurance of engineering designs
• Being a structural Engineer of Record (EoR) for all stages of projects
• Mentoring and training staff within the structural engineering team
• Driving low carbon, sustainable design solutions
• Working directly with clients, contractors and other partners, taking responsibility for delivering work on time, on budget, and to the quality standards of the firm.
• Being a role model for advancing our health and safety culture.
• Collaborating with other disciplines and offices across the global Mott MacDonald group
• Seeking opportunities to improve the efficiency of design processes through BIM, automation and AI.
• Assisting in business development and marketing projects.
• Assisting with proposals and preparing estimates of work-hours and fees.

Candidate Specification:

You will have experience in infrastructure, transportation, aviation and/or built environment market segments and possess the following skills and experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering with a preference for a master's degree in structural engineering or earthquake engineering
• A Struct.Eng. qualification in BC is preferred; A P.Eng license, or immediate eligibility for licensing as an engineer in Canada is required
• A minimum of 15 years’ design experience in the built environment sector

• A minimum of 5 year’s design experience working on Canadian built environment projects
• Experience in the structural design of one or more of the following building types: airports, transit/train stations or hospitals
• Experience being a structural engineer of record for all stages of built environment projects including concept, detailed design and construction administration
• Experience in working directly with clients, contractors, architects and other design disciplines
• Demonstrated ability in design and analysis of structural systems including steelwork and reinforced concrete to Canadian design codes
• Ability in seismic design and analysis of structures to Canadian design  codes
• Demonstrated ability in both new build and building renovation/redevelopment/ repurposing
• Strong knowledge of local and national codes and other legislative requirements
• Excellent ability in use of structural design and analysis software such as ETABS, SAP2000, or Robot
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects and structural design packages on-time and budget to the satisfaction of clients
• Experience in mentoring and managing structural team members
• Ability in assuring the quality of deliverables for yourself and the team
• Experience in delivering projects using BIM and technology driven solutions
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate to internal and external stakeholders in a professional manner, both written and verbally
• Positive ‘can-do’ attitude, to working with colleagues and clients

• Ability to travel within Canada and internationally as required to support projects is preferred
• Experience in the application of automation, computational design and/or AI in the production of designs is preferred
• Ability in timber and masonry is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communciation skills

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! 

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Mott MacDonald Canada Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

More about Mott MacDonald

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