Heritage Building Engineer

Company Description

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.

Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.

When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.

Job Description

Mission

CIMA+ is a consulting engineering firm renowned for its expertise and the quality of its projects, including the preservation and restoration of heritage buildings. Our commitment is to safeguard the historic and architectural character of these structures, while adapting them to modern standards of safety and durability.

Our team is growing and we’re looking for a civil engineer with a passion for preserving architectural heritage, who enjoys working on challenging, rewarding projects that contribute to the conservation of cultural heritage. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, collaborating closely with architects, historic building experts and other industry professionals.

Our hybrid work mode allows you to telecommute, work on-site at the office, or combine the two.

Responsibilities

• Carry out structural assessments and analyses of heritage buildings.
• Design restoration and rehabilitation plans taking into account historical and architectural features.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate customer needs and regulatory requirements into project design.
• Prepare technical reports and tender documents.
• Contribute to the design of components for various structures (steel, concrete, wood, masonry, etc.).
• Perform calculations using specialized software, carry out expert assessments and supervise asset maintenance work on existing buildings.
• Participate in the management of projects, schedules and budgets, in collaboration with project managers and project directors.
• Design technical solutions adapted to the specific challenges of each heritage project.
• Work with local authorities and conservation organizations to obtain the necessary permits.
  
  

Qualifications

• University degree in civil or building engineering or equivalent
• Membre of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ)
• A minimum of two years’ relevant experience in building structure design and site inspection
• Keen interest in developing skills in the design and management of heritage building projects
• Creative, focused on solutions respecting the building’s heritage features, restoration and sustainability
• Proficiency in ETABS, ADA and SAFE software
• Proficiency in spoken and written french.
  
  

In addition to financial compensation, CIMA+ offers:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Flexible Health and Dental Care benefits to meet your family’s needs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to physical, financial, mental, social and environmental well-being services
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares
• 37.5 hour work week with an opportunity to have any overtime banked or paid out (for hourly employees)
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• Up to five (5) weeks of vacation: based on years of relevant experience
• Eleven (11) statutory holidays plus a personal paid day off
• Employee referral bonus program
• Group discounts on home and auto insurance, fitness memberships, technology, mortgages, and more
• Mentoring programs at local and national level
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills
  
  

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Additional Information

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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