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Job DescriptionAECOM Ottawa is actively seeking a Bridge Engineering Lead to spearhead the growth of our bridge engineering practice in the National Capital Region.
This is a senior technical leadership role ideal for someone looking to take ownership of building a local bridge team while contributing to high-profile transportation infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will be expected to work in a collaborative team environment and communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders. A high level of initiative, leadership, and technical excellence is essential.
We are seeking a Civil Engineer with a structural specialization in bridge design—including highway, rail, and pedestrian bridges, as well as retaining walls and, potentially, movable or complex bridge structures.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Lead and grow AECOM Ottawa’s bridge engineering presence, including business development, team mentoring, and project deliveryProvide technical direction and oversight on bridge projects from concept through detailed design and constructionSupervise and support junior engineers and technical staffDevelop structural designs, calculations, sketches, and working drawingsConduct structural modeling and analysis using tools such as MIDAS CivilEnsure quality assurance and control throughout project stagesPerform site visits and provide construction support, including inspections and field documentationManage data quality and project documentationSupport Project Managers in meeting scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectivesPrepare technical reports and design documentationIdentify and address engineering issues proactively
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringMinimum 8 years of experience in bridge engineeringP.Eng. designationPreferred Qualifications:
Ideally 15+ years of bridge design experienceThe Bridge Engineering Lead will have extensive experience in working with the City of Ottawa as a project manager/director. The Bridge Engineering Lead should also have experience in MTO assignments, being RAQS qualified. Experience working for other Ontario municipalities will be considered an asset.Eligibility for an ing. designation in Québec is an assetFrench language skills are considered an assetProficiency with MIDAS Civil and AutoCAD/Civil 3D and Microsoft Office SuiteAdditional Information
Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position
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