Associate Principal, Structural Engineer

Joining Arup
At Arup we're dedicated to sustainable development and to doing socially useful work that has meaning. We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what may seem impossible — with curiosity and creativity.

We are seeking an
Associate Principal, Structural Engineer
to play a key role in supporting the growth of our heritage building practice in Ottawa, and to help solidify Arup's leadership in design innovation. This is a pivotal opportunity for a technically strong and creative engineer with a passion for the assessment, preservation, and adaptive reuse of historic structures, as well as an interest in shaping the future of the built environment.

This job posting represents an active vacancy within our organization and is open for immediate recruitment.

The Opportunity

• Lead the assessment, preservation and adaptive reuse of historic and heritage structures, applying technical expertise and creative problem-solving to deliver innovative solutions.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute a dynamic go-to-market strategy aimed at expanding Arup's structural and heritage practice in Ottawa.
• Cultivate and maintain trusted relationships with clients, architects and industry partners, strengthening Arup's presence in the market.
• Support the growth of the SMEP team in Ottawa, including mentoring and developing junior staff.
• Lead and contribute to high-profile projects, ensuring seamless multidisciplinary coordination and technical excellence.
• Partner with the Ottawa Office Leader on GTM initiatives and business-development activities.
• Help position Arup as a leader in heritage and conservation work across the province.

The Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering required (Master's preferred).
• A minimum of 15 years' experience in structural engineering, including demonstrated experience in heritage, preservation or adaptive-reuse projects required.
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.); licensure in Ontario (or local jurisdiction) required.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver projects of varying scale.
• Established network within the Ottawa market, with a reputation for technical excellence and leadership.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a track record of client engagement and business development.

What We Offer You
At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total-reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success.

Benefits at work
- As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive — through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom — with personal responsibility — to set our own direction, choose work that aligns with our purpose and contributes to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Ottawa hiring range —
The good-faith base-salary range for this role in Ottawa is CAD $174,000 to CAD $200,000.

This range is commensurate with experience, educational background and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note that hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Ottawa will differ.

Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal-opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave.

We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas — this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all.

Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity, LGBTQ+ inclusion and disability advocacy — we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.

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Application Process
We will review candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied, you will be evaluated and potentially moved to the next round, at which point a member of the talent-resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal-opportunity employer and will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every applicant will be treated equally, fairly and with respect regarding race, colour, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, civil status, age (except as provided by law), creed/religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, disability/handicap, pardoned record of offences, social condition (marital or family status, receipt of social assistance), and any other ground protected by applicable human-rights legislation.

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