Structural Design Lead, Rail and Transit

Arcadis•Calgary, AB

3d•CA$109,000 - CA$159,000

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking a Structural Design Lead with a strong focus on structural design. This role involves managing and delivering multidisciplinary structural analysis, rehabilitation, and design projects for both private and public sector clients, from planning through to detailed design stages and into construction. The position requires knowledge and understanding of various rail and transit structures including bridges, retaining walls, station structures, tunnels/portals, culverts/drainage structures, platforms, overhead line support/mast foundations, and noise barriers/gantries/sign structures.

Requirements

4-year degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a recognized post-secondary institution
10+ years progressive bridge engineering design experience in freight or passenger rail
Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and collaborative skills
Ability to provide effective technical mentoring to less experienced engineers
Must be a licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario, Alberta or BC
Technical knowledge of bridge engineering design and analysis principles
Excellent technical report writing experience and skills
Proficiency in 3D modelling analysis software (CSI Bridge or MIDAS Civil) is a must

Responsibilities

Producing, supervising, and managing the creation of engineering design products for a diverse portfolio of structural, freight and passenger rail bridge rehabilitation, replacement, and new design projects.
Ensuring all work meets and exceeds customer quality requirements, while addressing the unique structural, operational, constructability, and safety demands associated with freight and passenger rail infrastructure.
Guiding projects from concept development through detailed design and construction support.
Leading a team to define design criteria, establish the work scope, prepare budgets and schedules, plan the work, and provide technical direction and oversight.
Performing complex technical engineering design tasks, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
Preparing and checking detailed engineering calculations, structural analysis models, drawings, specifications, quantities, cost estimates, and technical reports for freight rail bridge structures and associated components.
Developing design concepts, evaluating rehabilitation and replacement options, and preparing procurement documents, comprehensive design packages, proposals, and detailed technical analyses.
Providing technical engineering services during construction by reviewing shop drawings and contractor submissions, responding to RFIs, and coordinating with other engineering disciplines.
Maintaining strong working relationships with clients and freight rail stakeholders.
Undertaking engineering assessments of existing complex freight rail bridges and other rail-related structures to support rehabilitation and design development.
Coordinating and leading technical investigations, working with inspection teams and specialized sub-consultants, and providing recommendations for strengthening, renewal, and replacement.
Completing life cycle cost analyses to inform design decision-making and support long-term asset performance.
Taking a leading role in project pursuits, including determining budget estimates, assessing staffing requirements, and writing proposals.
Performing Project Management duties, such as assembling and managing project teams, controlling project budgets and schedules, and ensuring the quality of all deliverables.
Maintaining client relationships, managing financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and railway-specific regulations.
Providing input and technical guidance to CAD Designer/Drafters, Designers, and less experienced engineers.
Supporting the growth and development of the team.