Senior Structural Engineer

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer to join our Halifax office.

Do you like to work in a team environment to solve challenging structural problems?  We have an exciting opportunity for a senior professional to be part of our Structural Engineering practice in the Halifax area. The successful candidate will assist in the growth, mentorship and technical aspect of the Structural team focusing on the Industrial, Electrical Utility, Material Handling and Heavy Civil structures side of the practice.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, be a natural problem solver, have strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.  Experience with industry standard software such as ETABS, SAP 2000, S-Frame, Lusas and Revit would be considered an asset.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management, including financial management, resource management, change order management, and invoicing;
• Business Development in the Atlantic provinces;
• Design calculations and analysis;
• Coordination of design support staff;
• Provide mentoring and technical support to junior staff members;
• Preparation of technical specification and construction documents;
• Construction contract administration;
• Periodic site work including meetings, field reviews and measurements; and
• Meet and liaise with clients;

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

• Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering specializing in Structural Design, a Master's degree in Civil (Structural Engineering) considered a strong asset.
• Minimum 10 (ten) years' experience in the structural design of industrial structures, material handling and electrical utility support structures, heavy civil and water tank/retaining structures and buildings (all types).
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Canada with eligibility for registration with Engineers NS (ENS) as well as the other Atlantic provinces.
• Familiarity with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Detail oriented, organized, hardworking, with a team player attitude.
• Ability to balance professional commitments to meet project deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and be able to travel to job sites within Atlantic Canada.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions
  • Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
• Maternity or Parental leave top-up
• Health spending account
• Wellness incentive
• Membership dues reimbursement
• Education and lifelong learning subsidization
• Community volunteering incentive
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Public transit subsidy

In addition to the above benefits, we offer:

• Flexible work hours with occasional work-from-home opportunities, supporting both your professional and personal commitments.
• Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise.
• Exposure to a variety of projects.
• Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests.
• Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise.
• Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development.
• Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa.
• Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills.

About Us

At CBCL our purpose is to create a positive and lasting impact on people and planet. As an employee-owned firm, at CBCL, our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.

We have earned recognition as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. Our multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Buildings, Industrial, and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people, our communities, and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.

Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately, CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts, as well as future implications of our designs.

CBCL operates from its offices in Halifax and Sydney, NS; Charlottetown, PE; Saint John, Fredericton and Moncton, NB; St. John's, NL, and Ottawa, ON.

CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive, accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique. We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment or interview process, or while working with us, please email We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner.

Our goal is to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. We value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to removing barriers that may prevent individuals from thriving in their roles.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.