Job Description

Company Description

Somerset Engineering, a division of KWH Constructors, is a leading North American construction engineering company servicing the heavy construction industry. We are located at 2792 Norland Ave, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada[1] , with our U.S operations based in the Seattle area. We engineer erection schemes for major bridges and other complex structures and provide detailed design of purpose-built erection equipment. Founded in 1981 in Vancouver, B.C., we have projects throughout North America.

We are looking for a Senior Construction Engineer; [2] applicants must have a minimum of 10 years experience in heavy bridge construction means and methods. They should be able to demonstrate leadership skills and possess an outgoing personality. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of bridge/heavy civil construction, including erection techniques, rigging, cranes, jacking operations, and temporary works. [3]

Duties

? Confer with clients and other members of the engineering team and conduct research in support of project requirements.

? Plan and design for the construction of major civil projects such as buildings, bridges, dams, and facades.

? Develop construction specifications and procedures.

? Evaluate and recommend appropriate building and construction materials.

? Interpret, review, and approve survey and civil design work.

? Conduct field services for civil works.

? Ensure construction plans meet the guidelines and specifications of building codes and other regulations.

? Establish and monitor construction work schedules.

? Prepare contract documents and review and evaluate tenders for construction projects

? Supervise technicians, technologists and other engineers and review and approve approved designs, calculations, structural drawings, and cost estimates.

Requirements

? 10+ years of experience in construction engineering and heavy bridge construction means and methods.

? A BSc in Civil or Structural Engineering (or similar) preferably with a chartership in a professional body such as ICE or IStrucE, able to obtain a Licensed Professional Engineer status in BC. Exemplary leadership skills, including ardent team-building capabilities.

? Steel Bridge and Industrial construction experience is essential.

? Advanced knowledge of crane/lifting operations and rigging.

? Site experience working with the structural ironworker trade.

? Excellent communication skills for internal and external clients (oral, written, and presentations).

? Must be eligible to work in Canada.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

? Work is performed in a combination of standard office, field office, construction site, and hybrid / home environment. KWH fosters a work environment that provides opportunities to grow

What We Offer:

? Annual Salary C$120,000 to C$150,000 based on experience and location.

? Competitive compensation package including vacation and paid sick leave[4] .

? Comprehensive benefit package including medical / extended health care, dental, and vision.

? Government Retirement matching RRSP when applicable.

? 2 to 4 weeks of vacation per year, with credit for prior industry experience.

? 13 paid holidays per year.

? Relocation stipend

Job Type:

?Full-time, Permanent

Language of work:

English[5]

Location of work:

2792 Norland Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada V5B 3A6

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 64,000.00-80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person