Senior Bridge 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

Engineering for the people by the people. Our passion and pride lie in solving unique engineering problems that leaves a lasting mark and improves the standard of living of our close to heart communities. Our technical team forms the core of our entrepreneurial culture. Come join our creative team of engineers and begin your entrepreneurial journey.

The Senior Bridge Engineer’s mission is to work within a multi-discipline team to deliver successful bridge projects with innovative solutions. You will provide mentorship to Junior/Intermediate Engineers and Designers while overseeing various stages of planning and design activities. You will also act as Project Manager and Lead Bridge Engineer and will collaboratively work within the multidisciplinary teams in achieving the unique objectives of each project.

Our hybrid work model can accommodate flexible work hours, and the position can be based out of our Mississauga, Burlington, Bowmanville, and London office locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of bridge structures, including conceptual and detailed design phases.
• Structural evaluation of roadway and pedestrian bridges, culverts, retaining wall and other transportation structures
• Develop and review preliminary and detailed design of new bridges, culverts, retaining walls and, life‑cycle cost analysis and rehabilitation design of existing bridges
• Review and assist in the preparation drawings and contract specifications, schedules, and probable construction cost estimates.
• Conduct construction administration duties, if required and assist in construction liaison during construction
• Organize and assist/carry-out field inspections of existing bridges, culverts, retaining walls and prepare inspection reports per OSIM requirements
• Review and write bridge evaluation and structural design reports, and technical studies
• Lead as Project Manager/collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, Specialists and Professionals as part of the multi-discipline Project Team
• Collaborate with the client, approval agencies and other external stakeholders
• Assist in the development of bridge designer staff and effectively delegate work to the designers
• Prepare and assist in development of proposals including business development and team development
  
  

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Civil / Structural Engineering from an accredited University, Masters (or PhD) degree will be considered an asset
• Licenced Professional Engineer with Professional Engineers Ontario (eligible for Membership with the PEO)
• 10 years of relevant experience in design of bridges with the Canadian Highway Bridge Design CHBDC
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code (CHBDC CSA S6), MTO manuals, Ontario Provincial Standards Specifications - OPSS, MTO guidelines, policies, and standards.
• Demonstrated strong technical background in the planning, preliminary and detailed design of bridges, culverts, and other transportation structures
• Knowledge of structural software, such as CSiBridge, SAP2000, MIDAS etc.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft Project
• Condition survey and inspection and construction experience would be considered an asset
• Highly organized and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A vehicle in suitable working order and a valid driver’s licence
  
  

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• 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
  
  

For additional info or interest contact Maria Rivas.

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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