Structural Design Engineer, Construction

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a Structural Design Engineer/ Inspector, to join our Construction Services Group in Toronto, ON. This role follows a on site model, requiring full  attendance at our client worksite.

What you'll be challenged to do:

As a  Structural Design Engineer/ Inspector you will lead inspections and oversee construction activities, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards while effectively communicating with project teams and stakeholders. This role will enable you to take on new challenges and expand your career in construction management, focusing on the successful delivery of transportation projects in the GTHA.

In this capacity, you will be responsible for the following:

• Establishing a safety-first culture for all construction projects.
• Inspecting work materials and methods to ensure compliance with contract documents, maintaining quality and safety.
• Documenting construction activity, including environmental events and progress, for project closeout.
• Issuing and following up on contract deficiency reports and required corrective actions.
• Assisting in resolving construction-related issues and enhancing processes.
• Carrying out all quality assurance and quality control functions and coordinating inspections.
• Leading small projects in managing, implementing, and tracking change notices for as-constructed drawings.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to solve complex problems and report on contract compliance.
• Reviewing the quality of contractors' work and preparing reports for clients.
• Engaging in professional growth opportunities, leadership training, and preparation for future leadership roles.

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• P.Eng required
• Minimum of 5-10+years of construction engineering experience, including field construction and contract administration in the Toronto, ON/ GTA area.
• Experience in inspecting mechanical and/or electrical systems and supervising construction sites.
• Proven understanding of industry standards, construction, Health and Safety codes, and regulations.

What we prefer you bring:

• Minimum of 5- 10+years Construction Inspection & Design experience with structures
• Structural design experience
• Construction site experience
• Valid driver’s license and flexibility to travel to construction sites for extended periods and work outside of normal business hours.

Compensation:

The range for this position is salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accruals

We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Access to internal and external training programs
• Support active participation in professional organizations

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Toronto Ontario (Hybrid) 

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time 

Salary Range: Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

Permanent Residency or Canadian Citizenship required for this position. No relocation assistance will be provided for this position. Local candidates will be given preference.

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