Structural Engineer

LRI Engineering, Inc.

$80K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or recognized equivalent.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license in Alberta.
  • 8+ years of structural design experience in western Canada.
  • Experience in building condition assessments and renovations is a strong asset.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills for technical reporting.
  • Knowledge of Construction Codes and Standards.

Responsibilities

  • Perform and manage structural failure investigations to determine root causes of damage.
  • Attend client meetings, conduct on-site inspections, and perform condition assessments.
  • Review technical documentation including drawings, codes, and standards for compliance analysis.
  • Gather evidence through data collection such as photos and interviews related to incidents.
  • Secure evidence for later analysis and presentation in legal contexts if required.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts on complex cases.
  • Prepare concise reports ranging from preliminary findings to detailed documentation.
  • Manage multiple projects while meeting quality and client expectations.
  • Mentor junior engineers and support team development.
  • Engage in business development and strengthen client relationships.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule with a hybrid arrangement.
  • Fun and stimulating work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth.
  • Competitive benefits package including health, dental, and mental wellbeing support.
  • Monthly and yearly performance bonuses.
  • Employee events and fun activities.
Full Job Description
We're looking for a Structural Engineer to join our team in our Edmonton office. If you are someone who takes their job seriously, but also has a great sense of humor, we want you on our team!

Would you like to write CEP's future with us?

The role

As a forensic expert, you will be called upon to solve some of the most unique cases in the field of Structural Forensic Engineering. Through a process of investigation and research, the successful candidate will need to understand and identify the causal factors of damage while eliminating other possible causes for residential, commercial, and light industrial claims. The key responsibilities are:
  • Perform and manage structural failure investigations and determine root cause of the failure and damage to buildings, foundations, structures, and building envelope mechanisms.
  • Attend client meetings and on-site inspections, perform damage surveys and condition assessments.
  • Review technical documentation including drawings, standards, codes, regulations, material specifications, maintenance, modification records, etc. Perform Provincial Codes and Standards compliance analysis and reviews.
  • Gather evidence and determine circumstances surrounding the incident by capturing data, photographs, videos, and interviewing parties associated with the incident.
  • Safely secure evidence for further analysis, and presentation to client and/or in court if required.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts on complex investigations.
  • Prepare clear and concise reports, from preliminary findings to detailed technical documentation.
  • Manage multiple projects while ensuring quality, timelines, and client expectations are met.
  • Support and mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.
  • Participate in business development activities and maintain strong client relationships.
  • Always follow HSE guidelines, procedures, and policies. Ensure safety of self, others, and the assets.

What you bring to the table
  • University degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or a recognized equivalent.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license in Alberta.
  • 8+ years of western Canada structural design experience, preferably in a variety of construction materials (steel, concrete, wood, foundations, etc.). Experience in consulting, construction quality control, or construction site supervision/project management is an asset.
  • Experience in renovation or repair of existing buildings is considered a strong asset.
  • Experience in building condition assessments is considered a strong asset.
  • Strong command of both oral and written communication including report writing in English.
  • Knowledge of the Construction Codes and Standards.
  • Design experience in a variety of structures including wood, steel and concrete.
  • Field experience in civil/structural inspections.
  • Knowledge and experience in, infrastructure, construction methods and materials and geotechnical engineering is an asset.
  • Excellent ability to synthesize information, analyze, and solve problems.
  • Efficient, attentive to details, good hands-on skills, setting priorities and organizational skills.
  • Curiosity, good judgment and initiative.


We're not just looking for someone who meets our technical requirements alone. We're also looking for someone who will bring to the table a unique personality, passion, and love for the forensic profession where some of the following benefits are waiting for you:

What to expect
  • Flexible work schedule, a hybrid work arrangement.
  • Fun and stimulating work environment.
  • Opportunity for professional growth.
  • Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, massage therapy, mental wellbeing, employee and family assistance programs, virtual health consulting, fitness and home office allowance, paid time off including your birthday, employee events and fun activities & more.
  • Monthly and yearly performance bonuses.
  • The chance to work with some really great people.


If you are proud of your expertise in structural engineering, have a bag full of all the necessary tools and are attracted by the many rewards we have to offer you, apply to CEP Forensic and become our next colleague!

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