Intermediate/Senior Structural Engineer - Building Design Team

R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited

$115K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • P.Eng. designation in Ontario with 10+ years of structural design experience.
  • Proven ability in client management and business development within a consulting environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or related field.
  • Strong knowledge of structural systems, building codes, and design standards.
  • Experience with condition assessments, design development, and project execution.
  • Proficiency in structural design software and Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent proposal and report writing skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage client relationships, build trust, and nurture long-term partnerships.
  • Lead structural projects from concept through construction as Lead Engineer or Project Manager.
  • Act as a strategic advisor to clients and align solutions with their objectives.
  • Drive business development by identifying new project opportunities and preparing proposals.
  • Mentor junior engineers and designers to foster talent development.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated project success.
  • Conduct and review structural designs, reports, and specifications.

Benefits

  • Collaborative culture based on friendship, honesty, and respect.
  • Flexible working hours and hybrid work options.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • RRSP company matching plan for retirement savings.
  • Career growth and professional development opportunities.
  • Performance-driven bonusing optional.
  • Active social committees fostering team engagement.
Full Job Description
Are you a relationship-driven Structural Engineer looking to take your career to the next level?

R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited (Burnside) isseekinga client-focused Intermediate or Senior Structural Engineer to join our Building Design Team. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on building client relationships, developing new business, and mentoring otherswhile contributing to innovative and meaningful building projects across Ontario.

We already have strong technical talent on our team. Whatwe'relooking for is someone who can connect with people,both clients and colleagues,and help us grow our presence through exceptional service, trusted advice, and leadership.

You'llwork directly with both public and private sector clients on a range of exciting structural projects, including industrial facilities, commercial and residential developments, public works buildings, and transportation-related infrastructure.

WhatYou'llDo:

  • Own client relationships,cultivate trust,identifyopportunities, andmaintainlong-term partnerships.

  • Lead structural projects from concept through construction, serving as either Lead Engineer or Project Manager depending on scope and complexity.

  • Act as a strategic advisor to clients by understanding their needs and aligning solutions with their goals.

  • Drive business development by supporting proposal preparation andidentifyingnew project opportunities.

  • Mentor and support junior engineers and designers, helping to develop the next generation of talent.

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Burnside offices to deliver successful, integrated project outcomes.

  • Conduct and review structural designs, drawings, reports, specifications, and construction phase services.

  • Prepare various documents including feasibility studies, condition assessments, and technical submissions.

  • Ensure project success by managing schedules, budgets, resources, and client communications.


What You Bring:

  • P.Eng. designation in Ontario andideally10+ years of experience in structural design and consulting.

  • Proven experience in client management and business development in a consulting environment.

  • Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering ora relatedfield.

  • Strong working knowledge of structural systems, building codes, and design standards.

  • Experience with condition assessments, design development, and project execution.

  • Proficiencywith structural design software and Microsoft Office tools.

  • Strong understanding of municipal and provincial approval processes.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, communicate effectively, and manage competing priorities.

  • Excellent proposal and report writing skills.

  • A collaborative mindset with a proactive,solutions-oriented approach.


This is more than a technical role,it'sa chance to influence how we grow, how we serve clients, and how we develop our people. Ifyou'repassionate about building structures and building relationships,we'dlove to connect.

Salary Range:$115,000- $130,000

The final compensation offered will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, internal equity, and market conditions.

Position Type:New Position

Why Choose Burnside?

Are you interested in working for an employer with a 5-decadetrack recordof building a great reputation both internally with their staff and externally with their clients? The Burnside team is a supportive group of colleagues that work together to provide value and service to our clients, while extending care to each other. We know that our employees are our greatest asset, and thus we strive to provide a positive work/life balance.

We offer:

  • A collaborative culture where friendship, honesty and respect are part of our core values and practices

  • Flexible working hours, including hybrid working opportunities

  • A competitive compensation and benefits package

  • RRSP company matching plan

  • Career growth and professional development opportunities

  • Potential for performance-driven bonusing

  • Active social committees

  • A welcoming, positive, and inclusive work environment


We are an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity in theworkplaceand we welcome resumes from all qualified candidates. Burnside will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the entire recruitment, assessment, and selection process, asrequired. If you are a person with a disability and require an accommodation during these processes, please contact our Human Resources department.

Company Profile - More about us:

Founded in 1970, R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited is a growing values-drivenCanadianemployee-owned,led andoperatedCivil and Environmental Engineering Consulting Firm with over 450 professional, technical and support staff. Our consistent commitment towards investing in technology advancements and training, in addition to encouraging and promoting professional development, has enabled our firm to meet our ongoing andstatedgoal of continual improvement.

We activelyseekto developrelationships with a broad and diversified client base in the Public,PrivateandIndigenoussectors. We work on a variety of projects throughout Canada, with12office locations(11in Ontario and one in Manitoba).

Burnside has expertise in many technical disciplinesbeyond our core civil engineering focusincludingair and noise,asset management, bridges & culverts, building sciences,environmentalplanning and ecology, GIS, hydrogeology, land development,landscape architecture,municipal engineering, municipal drainage,solid waste,stormwater management,structures,traffic,transportationplanning and design, waterandwastewater and well drilling & diagnostics.

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