Structural Engineering Lead

Job summary

Lead and grow the Calgary structural engineering division by building and mentoring a team, developing client relationships, and driving business development across Alberta. Oversee project delivery, financial performance, and quality control while collaborating on multidisciplinary projects and contributing to the firm’s long-term growth strategy.

Job details

Structural Lead – Calgary, AB Location: Calgary, Alberta Compensation: $130,000 – $150,000 (commensurate with experience and established Alberta network) An established and growing multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm is seeking an entrepreneurial Structural Lead to build and expand its structural presence in Calgary. This is a rare opportunity for a senior structural engineer who is motivated by leadership, business development, and the challenge of building a team within a supportive and growth-focused environment. This role is ideal for someone with 10–15 years of experience in the building consulting space who is either currently operating at a senior/associate level or is ready to step into management. There is a clear pathway toward Principal-level within 12 months based on performance and business development success. The Opportunity Lead and grow the Structural Engineering division in Calgary Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing structural team Drive business development initiatives and strengthen client relationships across Alberta Take ownership of project delivery, financial performance, and quality control Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on commercial, residential, institutional, and mixed-use projects Contribute strategically to the firm’s long-term growth plan in Alberta What We’re Looking For 10–15 years of structural design experience within the building consulting industry Strong technical expertise in building structural systems (steel, concrete, wood) Experience across commercial, residential, and/or institutional projects P.Eng. designation with APEGA Entrepreneurial mindset with strong interest in leadership and team building Existing client relationships or network within Alberta is a strong asset Ambition to grow into a Principal-level role Why This Role? Clear pathway to Principal within 12 months Compensation aligned with experience and strength of Alberta network High level of autonomy and influence in shaping a division Opportunity to build something from the ground up with strong backing Direct impact on growth, culture, and market presence This role is well-suited for a technically strong structural engineer who is ready to step into leadership and play a meaningful role in growing a structural practice in Calgary.

What you’ll do

Lead and grow the Calgary structural engineering division by building and mentoring a team, developing client relationships, and driving business development across Alberta. Oversee project delivery, financial performance, and quality control while collaborating on multidisciplinary projects and contributing to the firm’s long-term growth strategy.

Requirements

Candidates should have 10–15 years of structural design experience in building consulting, strong expertise in steel, concrete, and wood systems, and experience with commercial, residential, or institutional projects. A P.Eng. designation with APEGA is required; an Alberta client network and ambition to advance to a Principal-level role are strong assets.

Listed skills

• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Team building · Preferred
• Business development · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Structural Engineering
• Structural Design
• Building Structural Systems
• Steel Structures
• Concrete Structures
• Wood Structures
• Team Leadership
• Team Building
• Mentoring
• Business Development
• Client Relationship Management
• Project Delivery
• Financial Performance Management
• Quality Control
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration
• Entrepreneurship

Job areas

• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting

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