Structural Engineer in Training, Ports and Marine Terminals

The maritime industry is expanding and improving port and harbor infrastructure. Join our Ports and Marine team, and let's navigate these waters together to find solutions for our clients.

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we're making an impact around the world. 

If you're looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a motivated Structural Engineer in Training to support the delivery of complex Ports and Marine Terminals projects across British Columbia. The role offers hands-on experience contributing to all phases of project execution including planning and design while developing core structural engineering technical competencies pertaining to marine infrastructure.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Provide structural EIT support to engineers on varying sized projects.
• Assist in reviewing drawings, drafting technical reports, memorandums and other technical documents.
• Conduct material quantity take-offs, analysis/calculations, hand sketches, CAD Drafting, and other EIT support tasks.
• Perform contract administration, coordination, contract development and other contract support tasks.
• Support Project Manager(s) / Director(s) in project delivery through initiation, planning, execution, monitor and control, and close-out activities and other PM support tasks.
• Participate and coordinate project team activities and interact effectively with Clients, Contractors, Engineers, Project Managers, and other consultants.
• Coordinate and participate in technical proposal writing and other business development activities.
• With guidance, assist with the preparation and distributions of high quality, accurate and timely documents such as: agendas, reports, minutes, communication logs, change management, and other required documentation.
• Some travel to project sites may be required from time to time.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong computer skills and literacy in scheduling, technical writing, presentation, and other software including MS Power Point, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project.
• Strong understanding of engineering design.
• Experience with structural analysis tools including SAP2000.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• General understanding of a project lifecycle including design and construction processes and requirements.
• Excellent organizational skills, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications and technical documentation.
• Experience in Risk Management considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and assignments.
• Must be able to successfully work both collaboratively and independently.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Structural Engineering or related field.
• 1-3 minimum years of relevant work experience in a professional environment.

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.