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Lead. Mentor. Build.

AECOM's Buildings + Places team in Burnaby is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to help deliver high-impact building and infrastructure projects across Western Canada while supporting the growth of our structural practice. This is a newly created position.

This role combines technical leadership, project delivery, client engagement, business development, and team mentorship within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. This is a unique opportunity to help shape and expand a growing structural engineering team while working on complex and meaningful projects.

What You'll Do

• Lead structural design and delivery for complex building and infrastructure projects.
• Perform structural analysis and design in steel, concrete, timber, and masonry.
• Provide technical leadership, quality reviews, and mentorship to engineers, EITs, and technologists.
• Support proposals, fee estimates, client relationships, and business development activities.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams through planning, design, and construction.
• Conduct site reviews, assessments, and construction support services.
• Support the growth and development of AECOM's Structural practice in British Columbia.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering + six (6) years of relevant experience
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing with Engineers
• Experience leading multidisciplinary building and infrastructure projects from concept through construction.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian structural codes and standards.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Struct.Eng. designation or eligibility.
• 10+ years of structural engineering experience.
• 3+ years of structural engineering experience in British Columbia.
• Experience delivering transit, municipal, industrial, healthcare, institutional, or public-sector projects.
• Demonstrated project leadership and mentoring experience.
• Business development and client-facing experience.
• Proficiency with ETABS, SAP2000, SAFE, STAAD Pro, or equivalent structural analysis software.
• Eligibility for Government of Canada security clearance.

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Security clearance may be required on a project-specific basis. This may include Public Services and Procurement Services Canada, RCMP, or other agencies.
• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.