Structural Engineer in Vancouver

Stantec's Buildings team is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

As a result of our growing business, we have an immediate opportunity in our downtown Vancouver office for an Intermediate / Senior Structural Engineer. Your role is to work in an engineering leadership capacity and direct a team of engineers on medium to large sized projects. You will be required to design various building and related structures on a range of projects of differing complexity and construction value.

Project Types:

• Aircraft hangars
• Food processing facilities
• Warehousing and distribution centres
• Vehicle maintenance facilities for light rail, heavy rail, bus, fleet, mining, etc.
• Component manufacturing and assembly facilities
• Other light industrial projects
• Staff support facilities for the above facility types

Key Responsibilities:

• Hands-on energized approach to the structural design of building structures and facilities including calculations and preparation of related documents.
• Professional maturity to engage in the development of structural systems and preparation of design details through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
• Utilize BIM technologies in development of three-dimensional models of building's structural systems and provide markups for junior engineers/designers.
• Lead project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors.
• Participate in client project requirement meetings and value analysis.
• Assist senior staff with developing and managing the project scope, budget, staffing and schedule.
• Preparation and coordination of the project specifications with construction documents.
• Participate in constructability review.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control on own projects.
• Assist in the development of new standards and specifications for the structural group.
• Work on multiple projects.

Capabilities and Credentials:

• Registered P. Eng.
• Thorough knowledge and experience in the application of National Building Code and other relevant design codes and standards.
• Strong knowledge of structural systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Advanced knowledge of seismic design of building structures and structural analysis-design software such as SAP, ETABS, SAFE, RAM.
• Good understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
• Demonstrable ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage the Team's time to meet project budget and schedule.
• Perform on-site field reviews and manage construction administration effectively.
• Self-starter with ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Experience with Revit and AutoCad is preferred.
• Good understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with an ability to work either independently or with team members in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Education and Experience:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with structural concentration; a Master's Degree in Structural Engineering is preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of solid North American experience in the structural design of building structures, preferably with significant responsible experience in steel and concrete construction.
• Experience in construction reviews and report preparation is desirable.
• Demonstrable experience in leading a team of engineers and technologists.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.

Pay Range:

Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario - $94,600.00 - $137,100.00 Annually. Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: Canada | BC | Vancouver

Organization: 1156 Buildings-CA British Columbia-Vancouver BC

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time