Intermediate/Senior Structural Engineer - Building Design Team
About The Position
Are you a relationship-driven Structural Engineer looking to take your career to the next level? R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited (Burnside) is seeking a client-focused Intermediate or Senior Structural Engineer to join our Building Design Team. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on building client relationships, developing new business, and mentoring others while contributing to innovative and meaningful building projects across Ontario. We already have strong technical talent on our team. What we’re looking for is someone who can connect with people, both clients and colleagues, and help us grow our presence through exceptional service, trusted advice, and leadership. You’ll work directly with both public and private sector clients on a range of exciting structural projects, including industrial facilities, commercial and residential developments, public works buildings, and transportation-related infrastructure. This is more than a technical role, it's a chance to influence how we grow, how we serve clients, and how we develop our people. If you're passionate about building structures and building relationships, we’d love to connect.
Requirements
- P.Eng. designation in Ontario and ideally 10+ years of experience in structural design and consulting.
- Proven experience in client management and business development in a consulting environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or a related field.
- Strong working knowledge of structural systems, building codes, and design standards.
- Experience with condition assessments, design development, and project execution.
- Proficiency with structural design software and Microsoft Office tools.
- Strong understanding of municipal and provincial approval processes.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, communicate effectively, and manage competing priorities.
- Excellent proposal and report writing skills.
- A collaborative mindset with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.
Responsibilities
- Own client relationships, cultivate trust, identify opportunities, and maintain long-term partnerships.
- Lead structural projects from concept through construction, serving as either Lead Engineer or Project Manager depending on scope and complexity.
- Act as a strategic advisor to clients by understanding their needs and aligning solutions with their goals.
- Drive business development by supporting proposal preparation and identifying new project opportunities.
- Mentor and support junior engineers and designers, helping to develop the next generation of talent.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Burnside offices to deliver successful, integrated project outcomes.
- Conduct and review structural designs, drawings, reports, specifications, and construction phase services.
- Prepare various documents including feasibility studies, condition assessments, and technical submissions.
- Ensure project success by managing schedules, budgets, resources, and client communications.
Benefits
- A collaborative culture where friendship, honesty and respect are part of our core values and practices
- Flexible working hours, including hybrid working opportunities
- A competitive compensation and benefits package
- RRSP company matching plan
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
- Potential for performance-driven bonusing
- Active social committees
- A welcoming, positive, and inclusive work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
