W.F. Baird & Associates (Baird) was founded in 1981 and is a 120-person engineering firm specializing in coastal, marine, and riverine engineering with offices in Canada, U.S., Barbados, Chile, and Australia. We are one of the only firms in the world dedicated exclusively to marine and coastal projects, and we encourage you to visit our website (www.baird.com) to gain additional insight into or company, capabilities, and experience.

As a specialized niche firm, senior engineers at Baird wear many hats; they are heavily involved in the technical aspects of the projects they manage and actively pursue business development opportunities. There is a lot of flexibility and potential growth for the right candidate that enjoys a supportive and collaborative environment while pursuing complex marine projects.

Baird has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and dynamic Senior Marine Project Engineer with business development experience in water resources and the coastal engineering environment.

This position combines technical expertise with business acumen, often leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and identifying and pursuing new business opportunities in Canada. The candidate’s skillsets will complement and expand our existing team strengths in coastal and marine structures, port engineering, navigation engineering & risk analysis, hydrology and hydraulics, metocean analysis, and/or construction management.

Roles & Responisibilities:

• Work collaboratively across functionally diverse teams to develop solutions to technically complex water resource problems and engineering challenges.
• Serve as a Senior Project Manager responsible for the planning, execution and successful delivery of marine projects to clients.
• Develop detailed schedules, budgets and resource allocation plans while identifying, assessing and mitigating potential risks that could impact the project.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with team members, clients, stakeholders and contractors. Baird prides itself on maintaining strong relationships with our clients and partners.
• Support mentorship and professional development of junior staff members and provide oversight and review of project work.
• While the position is focused on developing business and managing projects in Canada there will be a requirement to support international projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and partners. Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Understand market trends, new techniques and technologies as well as competitor activities.
• Develop and implement business strategies, ensure alignment on business objectives, and represent Baird at industry events.

• B.S. in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or a closely related engineering category from an accredited University or College (M.S. preferred).
• Professional Credentials: either a Professional Engineering License or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Minimum of 5 years of coastal or marine engineering experience, in a consulting or contractor role.
• Demonstrated experience in project design or construction experience involving coastal and marine structures, ecosystem restoration or navigation & dredging.
• Flexible work style, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment, meet challenging deadlines and client needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in civil, ocean, or coastal engineering or a closely related engineering category.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license.
• 10+ years of engineering experience.
• Experience Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities with annual sales targets of $500k-$1M
• Strong interest in the analysis, engineering and design of marine and coastal related projects.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills (English).
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally 1 to 2 weeks every other month.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Flexible work style, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment, meet challenging deadlines and client needs.
• Ability to work well on multi-disciplinary teams (internal and external) under tight deadlines and changing scope.
• Working knowledge of codes and standards related to coastal engineering.

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. or M.Eng. in civil, ocean, or coastal engineering.
• Engineering design and construction experience related to marine and coastal projects.
• Broad interest in multiple areas of marine and coastal engineering.

We have offices in Ottawa and Oakville, but we welcome candidates from other locations across Canada who have the right experience to excel in this role. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Baird is employee-owned.  We offer competitive compensation and benefits. 

W.F. Baird & Associates Coastal Engineers Ltd. (Baird) welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process

Baird is an equal-opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work) and will not be discriminated against based on such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where Baird operates.

We thank all candidates for their interest. Baird is a diverse and inclusive workplace that is welcoming to all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We encourage you to apply even if you don't match all of our job requirements!

Disclaimer: The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees with this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. 

Please note applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, without requiring sponsorship to be considered.