Directeur(trice), restauration structurale | Director

RJC Engineers•Montreal, QC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The RJC team in Montreal is growing! As we expand our Structural Restoration service offerings in the Quebec market, we are looking for a driven and passionate engineer to further develop our practice. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a team of experts unlike any other in Canada and to contribute to the rapid growth of the Montreal office. This position is ideal for candidates who value personal and professional growth and are motivated by accelerated career advancement opportunities in a role that includes management responsibilities. The Director, Structural Restoration will lead the expansion of our structural restoration practice in Quebec, managing a team of engineers and designers on a wide variety of projects, including the evaluation, analysis, and design of restoration work for existing residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. The successful candidate must be comfortable working with clients, have a strong entrepreneurial mindset, and be passionate about building lasting relationships. A commitment to providing outstanding client service and technical excellence in delivering practical and creative solutions is essential. This individual must be comfortable communicating with contractors, working on active construction sites, and delegating work to other team members. Curiosity, a strong work ethic with the ability to quickly assume responsibility, and a team-oriented mindset capable of working independently with minimal supervision are essential qualities for success in this role. As mentioned above, this position also includes management responsibilities. In collaboration with leaders from our Ontario, Quebec, and Eastern Canada team, the Director will be responsible for developing and managing a local team of building science experts to support their success, with dedicated support from our Kingston and Ottawa building science and restoration team.

Requirements

Degree in Civil Engineering (a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering would be considered an asset).
Registered with the Ordre des Ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
5+ years of experience in structural and / or building engineering, with specific experience in restoration
Commitment to client service and technical excellence.
Expertise in structural restoration work, or strong interest and initiative to develop the knowledge and skills required to excel in the discipline.
Understanding of structural building systems.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
Understanding of life-cycle cost analysis.
Team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Fast learner with strong attention to detail and a desire for professional and personal growth.
Curious thinker with sound judgment and the ability to determine what is needed and draw rational conclusions from available information.
Hard-working and ready to quickly take on responsibilities while enjoying the work.
Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to conceptualize in three dimensions.
Comfortable working with existing facilities and at heights.
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Previous site experience and trade skills are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Manage projects and clients from conceptual design through final completion.
Lead and mentor a technical team, fostering professional development and collaboration.
Lead business development and local market growth activities, including marketing and pursuing assignments with new and existing clients.
Conduct site investigations and evaluate existing buildings (structures, facades, parking structures, and garages).
Develop structural rehabilitation programs and recommend project concepts to clients.
Design and analyze existing building components, upgrades, and improvements.
Carry out building science and restoration projects, including building condition assessments, facade evaluations, roofing, and parking structure work.
Prepare reports and studies.
Prepare drawings and specifications for structural rehabilitation.
Coordinate with other engineering and architectural disciplines or firms.
Administer contracts and review construction during the implementation of restoration work.