structural engineer

Work setting

• Office
• Consulting firm

Tasks

• Plan and design buildings
• Conduct site visits to gather relevant information
• Confer with clients and other members of the engineering team and conduct research to determine project requirements
• Ensure construction plans meet guidelines and specifications of building codes and other regulations
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate building and construction materials
• Supervise technicians, technologists and other engineers and review and approve designs, calculations and cost estimates

Supervision

• No supervision responsibility

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) by a provincial or territorial association
• Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) by a provincial or territorial association

Computer and technology knowledge

• AutoCAD
• MS Office
• Autodesk REVIT
• MS Excel

Area of work experience

• Design
• Project management

Construction specialization

• Industrial, commercial and institutional
• Urban planning
• Residential construction

Area of specialization

• Structural engineering
• Municipal or urban
• Residential

Transportation / travel information

• Own vehicle
• Public transportation is available
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?

Employment terms options

• Flexible hours

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer
• On-site amenities