Structural Engineer - Project Lead - Kitchener

at  Randstad

Our client near Kitchener/Waterloo has partnered with Randstad Engineering in their search for a Senior Engineer - Project Lead to join, and serve as an active member in building out their growing team! This role is positioned within the Small Buildings team, and the successful candidate will require specific wood frame construction knowledge, as well as familiarity with OBC part 9. With leadership responsibilities in mind, we are seeking a professional engineer (P.Eng), who can seal their own work, as well as that of the designers under their direction.
If the above sounds like a potentially exciting next career step, apply online immediately, and/or reach out directly to denver.barr@randstad.ca.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s in Structural Engineering from an accredited Canadian University or equivalent required
Registered as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with the Professional Engineers of Ontario required
4+ years of experience in Structural Engineering related to design of buildings
Knowledge of OBC (specifically part 9)
Experience with wood frame construction
Proficient with AutoCAD and the Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams); Experience with Woodworks considered an asset
Strong knowledge of construction materials and practices or construction work experience considered an asset
Ability to coordinate multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities
Access to vehicle for site review/inspections

SUMMARY

If you are interested in this opportunity, please email your resume to denver.barr@randstad.ca and apply today! Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada’s workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process

Become familiar with design guidelines, standards, and regulations associated with structural engineering (specifically wood frame construction)
Preparation of structural engineering design and documents ensuring accuracy, adequacy, and conformance to the design requirements
Set up AutoCAD drawings as per the company’s standard
Prepare AutoCAD drawings from sketches, mark-ups and/or design
Manage project tasks within assigned time and budget constraints
Maintain familiarity with current techniques, codes, and standards to sustain and improve technical skills
Assist in researching new systems, resources, analytical processes, procedures and working practices to identify and implement changes to increase efficiency, productivity, and overall profitability
Coordinate with other team members on various projects at the same time to achieve project milestones
Work within the project team environment from preliminary stages of the design through to completion
Coordinate structural aspects of projects with other discipline designs and drawings
When required, complete site investigations, general reviews of construction, and preparation of field review reports