Engineering Manager

Carlson Construction Group, proudly owned and operated by the Carlson family, celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2021. As a distinguished contractor, Carlson specializes in heavy civil, industrial, marine, and deep foundation services. Recognized as one of the largest specialty contractors in British Columbia by Business in Vancouver’s annual rankings, our group of companies includes Brymark Installations Group, Corwest Fabrications, Vancouver Pile Driving, and Aligned Industrial Services. To learn more about us, visit the Carlson Construction Group .

Are You Ready to Shape the Future of BC’s Coastline Through Engineering Excellence?

Carlson Construction Group is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join our team in North Vancouver. This is a unique opportunity to lead the engineering and technical execution of transformative infrastructure projects—including marine terminals, bridge foundations, coastal energy developments, and large-scale installations across British Columbia.

• Lead Landmark Projects: Support the delivery of complex, high-impact construction projects across BC.
• Innovate Across Disciplines: Apply your engineering expertise in Land, Marine, Mechanical, and Subcontract environments.
• Advance Your Career: We support your growth with leadership development and career progression.
• Collaborate with Experts: Join a team that values excellence, integrity, and professionalism.
• Lead in-house engineering design of temporary works and construction methods.
• Manage external consultants for temporary works, value engineering, and design-build scopes.
• Oversee planning and reporting of technical activities internally and externally.
• Ensure engineering practices align with Carlson’s Health, Safety, and Engineering policies.

Employee Leadership:

• Provide functional leadership to Project Engineers, Technologists, Surveyors, and EITs.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Build strong relationships with clients, partners, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Mentor junior staff and support Carlson’s EIT and employee development programs.

What You Bring to the Table

Experience & Expertise:

• 10+ years of experience in project controls on major construction projects, including civil/structural engineering with a focus on temporary works and engineered erection schemes.
• Proven success with various contract types (e.g., Lump Sum, T&M).
• Strong background in marine and heavy civil construction.
• Experience in design-build and alternative delivery contracts.
• Familiarity with EGBC’s Organizational Quality Management Program and/or ISO 9001.
• Experience with claims and substantiating cost/schedule impacts.

Education & Licensing:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Eligible for P.Eng. licensing with EGBC (licensing in other provinces is an asset).

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working in BIM environments is a plus.
• Strong understanding of scope, cost, schedule, change, and risk management.

Attributes:

• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• High level of initiative, sound judgment, and a collaborative mindset.
• Passion for building a differentiated in-house engineering capability.
• Excellent communication skills in English (verbal and written).
• Competitive salary range: $140,000 – $180,000
• Opportunities to lead landmark projects
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your contributions truly matter, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your career with Carlson Construction Group.

A Note to Agencies:

We kindly request that agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited resumes. We do not accept agency referrals for this position.

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