Lead Bridge Engineer & Team Leader

GHD Group Pty Ltd • Calgary, AB

11h • CA$112,448 - CA$187,413 • Hybrid

About The Position

Our Canada West Civil Infrastructure Group is looking to fill a Lead Bridge Engineer- Team Lead position to join our growing Canadian Operations. This position can be based in Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver. This role will focus on transportation related structural work including roads and highways, rail and transit and ports. Our team provides integrated professional services throughout the full project lifecycle from initial policy and business case advice, through concept and detailed design, inspection and construction administration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Structural Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Alberta or British Columbia
• 10+ years of experience with transportation related structural design (bridges, culverts, retaining walls, etc). Ability to take ownership and accountability for structural design work
• Project Management experience demonstrating effective and practical project management skills
• Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in the areas of personnel management, decision making, change management, employee development, performance management, and team building skills
• Knowledgeable with structural analysis software and MS office
• Experience managing multiple tasks while maintaining schedule and a high degree of attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written), with the ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial attitude, committed to building a practice and being part of the exciting growth opportunities within Western Canada

Nice To Haves

• AREMA, CN Rail, CPKC Rail or other Class 1 experience are considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Work with the Civil Infrastructure Leadership team on the following: Grow the transportation structures team and support recruiting efforts, Contribute to business and strategic planning initiatives for regional objectives and targeted client programming, Support client development and engagement, Participate in Go/No Go decisions for potential opportunities, Be an ambassador for the GHD brand
• Prepare effective proposals seeking targeted project opportunities and growth of the structural transportation team in Canada West
• Function as project manager or design manager on projects for public, private or contractor partners. Projects will vary in size, scope and delivery model (Ex. Traditional Design Bid Build, Alternative Project Delivery, etc.)
• Provide design management and technical support for project delivery. This could be from concept design through to detailed design and construction
• Engage and participate in GHD’s global technical bridge service line forums and groups
• Ensure timely completion of project deliverables, managing multiple projects and competing priorities
• Oversee structural analysis and preparation of engineering drawings, specifications and tender documents
• Conduct site visits as required
• Develop and/or implement QA/QC processes for project work, ensuring applicable standards are followed
• Supervise a team, supporting staff development including mentoring, training and career progression
• Engage in work sharing initiatives across GHD’s global team
• Travel within Western Canada to support regional objectives and team growth

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Adherence to all relevant pay transparency legislation
• GHD is an equal opportunity employer
• GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process

What This Job Offers

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