Civil Structures Lead

Arcadis • Toronto, ON

4d • CA$112,000 - CA$162,000

About The Position

Arcadis' Roads and Highways group is seeking a Civil Structures Lead to lead the structures discipline on major projects for the bridge engineering practice across the province. The team specializes in the pursuit and delivery of large-scale bridge and structural rehabilitation and design projects nationwide. As a key member of the team, you will leverage your extensive bridge engineering and construction expertise to lead and deliver complex bridge projects from inception to completion. You will collaborate with diverse clients in both the public and private sectors, managing multidisciplinary teams through planning, design, and construction phases. This role offers exciting opportunities to work on some of Canada's most challenging infrastructure projects. This senior leadership role is ideal for a highly motivated individual looking to take ownership of the delivery of high-profile transportation infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative team environment and communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders. A strong level of initiative, leadership, and technical expertise is essential to excel in this role. We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with a structural specialization in bridge design, including highway, rail, and pedestrian bridges, retaining walls, and potentially complex or movable bridge structures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 10 years of experience in progressive bridge engineering experience encompassing inspection, analysis, load-rating, design, and construction.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario
• Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams
• Strong technical report writing, problem-solving, and communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Seismic analysis and design experience is a strong asset
• Ideally 15+ years of experience in bridge design
• Experience working with municipalities across Ontario as a project lead/manager
• RAQS qualification for MTO assignments is an asset
• Understanding of RAQS requirements from the Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) is an asset
• Experience working with other Canadian municipalities is an asset
• Eligibility for an ing. designation in Quebec is an asset
• French language proficiency is considered an asset
• Proficiency with MIDAS Civil, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects.
• Enhance Arcadis Ontario’s bridge engineering practice by focusing on project delivery, business development, and team mentoring.
• Provide technical direction and oversight on bridge projects, guiding them through the concept phase, detailed design, and construction stages.
• Act as the client facing lead for the discipline on major projects, serving as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal teams on design-related matters.
• Facilitate clear communication and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and internal teams.
• Address concerns, provide guidance, and drive project progress to ensure successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated and innovative project solutions.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of bridge projects, from initial conceptualization through to construction, ensuring exceptional quality and outstanding customer satisfaction.
• Lead and mentor engineering teams, fostering a collaborative environment that maximizes team potential and drives innovation.
• Perform complex engineering calculations, analyses, and designs while adhering to rigorous quality standards and industry best practices.
• Prepare and review detailed engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Offer technical expertise during the construction phase, including reviewing contractor submissions and providing on-site support as needed.
• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, effectively managing budgets, schedules, and resource allocation to ensure successful project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, proactively identifying and addressing client needs.
• Contribute to or lead project pursuits by developing winning proposals and assembling high-performing project teams.
• Perform financial management and reporting to ensure project profitability.
• Ensure design deliverables meet client requirements, regulatory standards, and Arcadis’ quality benchmarks.
• Contribute to business development by leading technical inputs for bids, proposals, and long-term client engagement.
• Proactively identify and address engineering issues, applying problem-solving skills to overcome challenges and drive project success.

Benefits

• Sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets
• Improving quality of life
• Opportunity to solve complex challenges and deliver impact
• Meaningful work
• Delivering sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet
• Opportunity to make your mark on your career, colleagues, clients, life, and the world
• Create a lasting legacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior