Bridges & Structures Engineer

Benefits Offering

• Company events
• Health & Dental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer RRSP match
• Competitive Time Off Policy
• Flex Work (Possibility) - Hybrid position

Compensation

• Salary: $105,000 - $130,000

Position Summary

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Is competent to perform any of the following functions as they apply to the particular engineering work to be performed: Determine the forces and stresses in railway bridges/culverts/culverts and bridge components; Prescribe safe loading conditions for railway bridges/culverts; Prescribe inspection and maintenance procedures for railway bridges/culverts; Design repairs and modifications to railway bridges/culverts; Authorize or restrict the operation of railway traffic over a bridge according to its immediate condition or state of repair. Is Technically competent to supervise the construction, modification or repair of a railway bridge, Culvert, Manhole or Catch Bassin in conformance with common or particular specifications, plans and instructions applicable to the work to be performed, and to authorize or restrict the operation of railway traffic over a bridge according to its immediate condition or state of repair. Reviews project proposals and plans to gain an understanding of the project requirements (time frame, budget, safety, quality, staffing, materials and equipment requirements) necessary to complete the project within the required time frame. Develops an execution plan that outlines staffing, materials, equipment, subcontracting, and other services that are necessary to deliver the project on time and within budget. Verifies estimates based on detailed review of proposal specifications. Coordinates with department managers to establish work plans and staffing for each phase of the project. Organizes and conducts meetings with project staff and management to communicate information related to each function’s needs concerning project requirements. Develops and manages customer relationships and expectations, progress reports, communication, paperwork, meetings, etc. Leads project activities to ensure that the project is executed in accordance with designs, budgets and schedules; takes appropriate action to minimize the impact of deviations. Maintains a dedication to safety at all times by acting as a role model, providing education and enforcing safe work practices, Company policies and procedures, implementing and monitoring safety programs. Monitors and oversees the efficient use of materials and equipment and the contractual performance of the project; confers with project staff to ensure that assigned duties and responsibility are performed per agreed upon expectations. Monitors and oversees onsite activities, quality, productivity, progress, and safety of employees and subcontractors. Provides leadership and supervision to staff, identifies goals and objectives, monitors and assesses performance, identifies training and development opportunities, provides ongoing coaching. Oversees financial aspects of contracts. Provides technical assistance and recommends construction methods and equipment. Anticipates potential roadblocks and develops solutions to prevent issues from arising; resolves any problems that may arise during project execution. Represents the company in project meetings. Prepares written reports and/or updates (internal and external) for management, client, and project team, to ensure a clear understanding of project status. Administers financial tracking systems to monitor project costs and estimates. Performs other related duties as required.