Intermediate Construction Materials Engineer

Full Time

Thurber has an exciting opportunity for a Intermediate Construction Materials Engineer to join our team in Calgary, Alberta .

Thurber provides geotechnical, environmental and construction materials engineering and testing services for a variety of industries across Canada. Our multidisciplinary expertise allows us to work on problems related to earth, the environment and construction materials. We solve problems in a wide variety of industries including transportation, building construction, municipal infrastructure, land development, dams and water resources, industrial development, mining, oil and gas, marine and environmental services.

• Manage and execute condition assessments, rehabilitation, and repair of existing infrastructure, including formulation of repair strategies for bridge structures, parkades, industrial facilities, and other structures;
• Mass concrete thermal mitigation design;
• Non‑destructive evaluation of reinforced concrete;
• Service life and durability evaluation;
• Manage the design and review of conventional and specialty concrete mixes;
• Provide engineering and technical support for Quality Control (QC) and/or Quality Assurance (QA) testing and inspection services;
• Manage and carry out field monitoring of construction works;
• Prepare technical reports, including technical specifications, design reports, and writing proposals;
• Work closely with our Field and Laboratory team to review analyses and reporting of laboratory and field testing of materials;
• Supervise and mentor technicians and junior engineers;
• Managing project schedules and budgets;
• Progressive interaction with clients; and,
• Travelling to local, and remote construction sites.

• Completion of a related post‑secondary program in Civil or Materials Engineering with a heavy focus on construction materials (i.e. concrete, asphalt, aggregates, etc.);
• Experience in the field of construction materials testing is an asset;
• Experience on construction sites is an asset;
• A post‑graduate degree (master’s degree or higher) would be an asset;
• Valid Class 5 Drivers license is required;
• Strong organizational, project management, and interpersonal skills;
• Flexible schedule, with the ability to work overtime and/or weekends as required; and,
• Proficiency with spoken and written English language is required.

• Our office is centrally located with quick access to major roadways including Macleod Trail, Glenmore Trail, and Deerfoot Trail.
• We offer free onsite parking and a secure bicycle lock up facility + showers.
• Enjoy your lunch hour in our private, sunny atrium, or visit one of the numerous neighbouring shops and restaurants.
• Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals, corporate leaders, and subject matter experts across the company for mentorship and feedback.
• Our culture is respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and fun.
• We offer financial support towards professional development.
• We provide health and dental coverage, a healthcare spending account, RRSP matching, and an Employee and Family assistance program with 24/7 support online or over the phone.