Project Engineer - Civil​/Structural

Location: St. John's

About the job Project Engineer - Civil/Structural   About Us
At North Star, we provide exceptional project management that sets a clear course for success. We unite the best people, processes, and technology to deliver projects safely, on-time, and on-budget. We are experts in the design, construction, and maintenance of a wide range of heavy industrial and infrastructure projects in mining, energy, road construction, and more.
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The Role
We are seeking an experienced  Civil/Structural Project Engineer  to support capital and construction projects for one of our clients in  St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador . This roles will support projects throughout Newfoundland and Labrador and will work closely with project managers, engineering teams, contractors, and consultants.
The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise in electrical engineering within utility or industrial environments, along with experience supporting project execution.
This is a  contract position  with an anticipated  start date of November 1, 2026 , and an  end date of December 31, 2028 , with the possibility of extension. The estimated effort is  37.5 hours per week , working  Monday to Friday , standard business hours

Key Responsibilities
Provide technical support to Project Managers on various projects
Perform engineering due diligence for project planning and delivery
Facilitate and/or complete project risk management including risk identification and associated mitigation
Perform project scope verifications, field verifications, engineering data gathering, and associated detailed project planning activities
Review tender packages prepared by consultants and contractors
Prepare tender packages and Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
Review and approve shop drawings prepared by contractors and vendor
Provide technical input as a design team member and contribute to technical documentation
Direct and supervise consultants and contractors during project execution
Oversee quality planning and associated inspection plans for assigned work
Review and approve consultant reports
Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) as required
Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress and support site teams
Facilitate effective communication among internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders
Review and approve technical and commissioning documentation
Assist with project close-out activities and asset transition to operations
Promote continuous improvement through lessons learned and best practices
Submit timesheets and required documentation in accordance with project requirements
Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Required
Bachelor's degree in  Structural/Civil Engineering
Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with the  Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador (PEGNL)
Minimum of  10 years of experience  overseeing project engineering in an electrical environment
Experience in project scope definition, engineering data gathering, and associated detailed project planning activities
Experience leading project risk identifications and mitigations

Experience with on site project monitoring at remote locations
Experience in design, managing construction contracts and commissioning
Experience in preparing project estimates

Experience with project quality and inspection programs
Strong computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
Ability to adapt to dynamic work environments and changing project demands
A valid Canadian driver's license with an acceptable driver's abstract is required
A criminal record check will be required
Candidates must be fit-for-work and meet client-specific site requirements
Work will be based in St. John's, NL, with potential for hybrid arrangements
Periodic travel within Newfoundland and Labrador may be required.
North Star Associates is strongly committed to employment equity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who are eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship. We thank all candidates for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.