Senior/Intermediate Structural Engineer (Facilities – Ports and Marine)

Dillon Consulting Limited•Halifax, NS

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior/Intermediate Structural Engineer to join our Building Infrastructure group across our Eastern Canada offices. In this regular, full-time role, you will lead technical design, analysis, and project management for a diverse portfolio of facilities, with a strong emphasis on ports and marine infrastructure. Leveraging your expertise in structural design, particularly steel and concrete, you will mentor junior engineers, manage project schedules, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver code-compliant solutions. This is an existing position and can be based at any one of our following offices: St. John's, Sydney, Fredericton, or Saint John. We offer flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.

Requirements

A degree in structural/civil engineering.
Licensed to practice as a professional engineer in either Newfoundland, Ontario, Nova Scotia or New Brunswick.
At least five years' relevant work experience in structural design, particular in the marine sector.
Proficient in the full range of design activities, including preparation of preliminary and detail design drawings and reports, contract document preparation and tendering
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant structural engineering Codes and Standards
Proficiency in modeling and analysis software (STAAD Pro and Risa 3D)
Familiarity with current AutoCAD, Civil3D and Revit software
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Strong technical report and specification writing skills
Capable of working on and leading several projects at the same time and with projects in different stages

Nice To Haves

Experienced in the design of reinforced concrete, masonry, wood and structural steel, with preference given to those with steel sheet pile wall design experience.
Experienced in the design of wharfs, ports and marine infrastructure and other structures.
Experience in construction contract administration would be an asset.

Responsibilities

Contribute technical expertise through design leadership on a variety of structural projects, including new-build and renovation projects in the ports and marine, industrial and institutional market segments
Prepare specifications and details for drawing production
Review designs, drawings and specifications to ensure accuracy and conformance with applicable Codes and Standards
Investigate existing structures and prepare condition assessment reports
Review of shop drawings and provide field services in design and construction
Develop and manage discipline and/or project budgets and schedules
Work with multi-discipline teams and coordinate structural scope with all aspects of the project
Coordinate structural engineering team activities and support to project managers/technical staff in the delivery of multidisciplinary projects across the company
Input to operating teams to facilitate productivity/workflow
Coordinate design team activities to maintain project schedules and ensure successful project completion
Coordinate with sub-consultants and clients
Leadership in providing quality client services, with particular emphasis with commercial and industrial clients within the Facilities market
Leadership in expanding existing Dillon services and cross-selling Dillon services, with particular emphasis with institutional, commercial and industrial clients within the Facilities market
Contribute to proposals and development and new business opportunities
Business travel upon request
Provide technical expertise to the development and implementation of technical tools
Contribute to and encourage innovation/innovating on projects
Commit to self-development and ongoing learning and professional development
Input to the career development of junior staff, including technical direction, training recommendations, coaching and mentoring
Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees

Benefits

Flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life
Employee share purchase plan
Dillon is 100% employee-owned, and share ownership is open to all employees. Our annual share dividends have historically outperformed the market average.
Dillon’s Overtime Directive: This Management Directive establishes a firm-wide 40-hour weekly overtime threshold, after which premium pay applies, ensuring consistent and fair compensation across all Canadian offices.
Competitive benefits package, including: Comprehensive health benefits
Generous retirement savings plan with employer matching up to 5.5%
Student loan repayment assistance
Wellness allowance and enhanced mental health benefits
Ample paid vacation
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership rates
Early Career Development (ECD) program