Project Engineer, Structural Building

Job Description

CIMA+'s Buildings team is renowned for its expertise in designing high-quality buildings. We are committed to providing the most cost-effective solutions to engineering challenges and offer a diverse range of projects from the initial planning stages to design and construction. CIMA+ cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are. With a constant desire to offer our clients the best possible service, we have set up a team of specialists dedicated to high-performance projects to support our clients and design teams across Canada.

Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

Join our team in the Buildings sector as a Project Engineer at our new CIMA+ office located in Saint John. As part of a team recognized for its expertise, you will participate in the structural design of institutional, residential and commercial projects. You will bring your technical knowledge and your professional experience to develop and provide innovative solutions for our clients’ projects.

In addition, you will contribute to CIMA+’s outreach, mainly in the Saint John Regional Municipality.

You will work in a dynamic environment, as part of a team of engineers, technicians and drafters, on challenging projects. You will evolve within a passionate team in a context where initiative and trust are strongly encouraged.

Primary responsibilities

• Participate in the design of structural elements for various steel, concrete, or wood structures.
• Perform calculations using specialized software for new constructions, carry out expert assessments and supervise asset maintenance work on existing buildings.
• Find and recommend solutions to technical problems and issues.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Follow up on each step of a project (field surveys and inspections, technical reports, plans and specifications, work supervision).
• Provide technical support to clients and ensure proper coordination with the various stakeholders (architects, engineers, contractors) throughout the project.
• Liaise directly with clients and maintain business relationships.
• Prepare proposal submissions including pricing, agreements, and/or response to RFPs.

• University degree in civil engineering or an equivalent.
• Hold a P. Eng. title from the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of New Brunswick (APEGNB).
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in building structures at conception level and in inspection on construction sites.
• Proficiency with ETABS, ADA and SAFE software.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit software.
• Ability to work on different projects simultaneously.
• Fluency in oral and written English is a must (French is considered an asset).
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.
• Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence.

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution.
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees.
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada.
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience.
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills.

Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate's profile.

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.