Ports & Marine - Civil Bulk Materials Handling Engineer/Project Manager

Senior Civil/Structural Engineer – Ports & Marine

Job Description

AECOM Western Canada is hiring a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer responsible for the design and delivery of civil and structural systems for bulk materials handling and marine terminal projects within the Ports & Marine sector. The incumbent will work independently across all project phases, contribute to multidisciplinary teams, and provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and designers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and check civil and structural design drawings, calculations, and technical documentation for bulk materials handling and marine infrastructure projects including conveyor galleries, transfer towers, wharf and terminal structures, foundations, retaining systems, loading and unloading facilities, and associated infrastructure.
• Develop and review detailed structural and civil models using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, and Navisworks.
• Lead civil and structural design activities from concept through detailed design and construction support.
• Prepare and review grading, drainage, site development, foundation, and structural designs for port and terminal facilities.
• Review and coordinate designs with other disciplines including geotechnical, marine, mechanical, electrical, and process engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Canadian codes, standards, and project specifications including relevant port, marine, seismic, and structural design requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior and intermediate engineers and designers.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and client representatives to deliver high-quality, technically sound design outputs.
• Participate in design reviews, constructability assessments, risk evaluations, and project coordination meetings.
• Manage deliverable registers, revision control, and quality assurance of own outputs.
• Support site investigations, construction activities, and field reviews as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering + minimum 6 years of experience in civil and/or structural engineering related to industrial infrastructure, bulk materials handling systems, ports, marine facilities, heavy civil infrastructure, or similar projects.
• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting engineering projects through detailed design phases and construction support activities.
• Professional Engineer (PEng) designation in Canada, or eligibility to obtain PEng registration within the next 12 months.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience delivering bulk materials handling, ports, marine terminals, or industrial infrastructure projects.
• Experience with marine structures including wharves, berths, loading facilities, retaining structures, and associated infrastructure.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary project delivery in a workshare or remote environment.
• Ideally 10 years of experience in civil and/or structural design with a focus on industrial infrastructure, ports, or marine facilities.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Experience using Revit for structural and infrastructure design.
• Experience with Navisworks for model integration, coordination, and clash detection.
• Experience with structural analysis and design software would be considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of Canadian structural and civil design codes and standards, including seismic design requirements in Western Canada.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage technical deliverables with minimal supervision.
• Ability to produce accurate, high-quality engineering documentation and designs.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• High attention to technical accuracy and quality.
• Team-oriented with a positive contribution to team culture.

Compensation

CAD 110,000 to 160,000 per year.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings program, and employee stock purchase plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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