Senior Civil Engineer - Building Restoration

R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited

$135K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15 years of building science or building restoration experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related discipline.
  • Eng. designation in good standing with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
  • BSS designation is an asset.
  • Experience managing multi-disciplinary projects and client accounts.
  • Strong communication skills for technical discussions and client relationships.
  • Proven organizational and time-management skills in a consulting environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and adaptability to new systems.

Responsibilities

  • Manage building restoration projects including concrete restoration and roof replacement.
  • Lead client engagement to build trust and deliver solutions.
  • Prepare proposals, tender and contract documents, and manage project finances.
  • Oversee construction-phase services, including contract administration and site inspections.
  • Review and sign off on inspection reports and technical documentation.
  • Mentor junior staff and foster a high-performance team culture.
  • Coordinate with contractors, sub-consultants, and approval agencies.
  • Track and manage project budgets, schedules, and QA/QC processes.

Benefits

  • Collaborative culture emphasizing friendship, honesty, and respect.
  • Flexible working hours with hybrid opportunities.
  • RRSP company matching plan.
  • Career growth and professional development opportunities.
  • Potential for performance-driven bonusing.
  • Active social committees.
  • Welcoming and inclusive work environment.
Full Job Description
Are you a seasoned engineer with a passion for solving complex building challenges and the people skills to build long-lasting client relationships?

We're looking for a Senior Civil Engineer with about 15 years of experience to join our Building Restoration Group. This is a key leadership opportunity to serve existing and future clients across the North Central Ontario market while supporting a variety of building restoration projects from concept to completion.

This role can be based out of any Burnside office in Ontario, offering flexibility while being part of a tight-knit, high-performing team.

What You'll Do:

  • Manage building restoration projects including concrete restoration, cladding renewal, roof replacement, building condition assessments, and capital planning.
  • Lead client engagement-building trust, delivering solutions, and growing relationships.
  • Prepare proposals, tender and contract documents, and manage project finances and invoicing.
  • Oversee construction-phase services, including contract administration and site inspections.
  • Review and sign off on inspection reports and technical documentation.
  • Mentor and support junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team culture.
  • Coordinate with contractors, sub-consultants, and approval agencies.
  • Track and manage project budgets, schedules, and QA/QC processes.
  • Maintain strong, responsive communication with stakeholders at every stage of the project.


What You Bring:

  • 15 years of building science or building restoration experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or applied science (or related discipline).
  • Eng. designation in good standing with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
  • Possessing a BSS designation will be an asset
  • Experience managing multi-disciplinary projects and client accounts.
  • Strong communication skills-for both technical discussions and client relationships.
  • Proven organizational and time-management skills in a consulting environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel); adaptable to new systems and platforms.


This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leadership role on a growing team, deliver meaningful projects, and strengthen client partnerships across a diverse portfolio of restoration work.

Ready to bring your experience to a company that values collaboration, integrity, and technical excellence?

Salary Range: $135,000 - $150,000

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

Position Type: New Position

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


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