Structural Steel Project Manager Jobs in Alberta

Wood is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer - Dynamic Design Specialist to join our Projects Canada team in either Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta. This role supports a diverse portfolio of heavy industrial and energy projects across Canada.

If you have a strong track record in structural design for dynamic and vibratory systems and thrive in technically challenging, fast-paced environments, we would like to hear from you.

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The Role

The Senior Structural Engineer will serve as a technical authority in the design and analysis of structures supporting vibratory and dynamic equipment, including turbines, generators, compressors, and pumps. The role requires advanced expertise in structural steel and reinforced concrete design, dynamic analysis, and foundation systems, ensuring compliance with Canadian codes and client standards.

You will lead complex engineering activities, mentor junior engineers, interface with multidisciplinary teams, and authenticate structural deliverables in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Projects Canada business delivers engineering, procurement, and project services for major energy and heavy industrial developments across Canada. Our teams execute technically complex projects requiring advanced structural expertise, innovative design solutions, and strict adherence to Canadian building and industry standards.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and technically challenging projects across heavy industrial and energy sectors
• Hybrid working arrangements balancing business and individual needs
• Competitive compensation with regular market-based reviews
• Flexible benefits package
• Opportunities to mentor and develop emerging engineering talent
• Collaboration with global technical experts across Wood's international network
• A culture committed to safety, quality, and professional excellence
  In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates. All reviews, interviews, and assessments are conducted by professional recruiters.

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented professionals to consider joining our team. Even if you do not meet every requirement below, we encourage you to apply if your expertise aligns with this role.

Expected:

• Engineering degree (Graduate or Undergraduate) in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA
• Minimum 15 years of relevant EPC experience, including foundation design for vibratory equipment (e.g., turbines, generators, compressors, pumps)
• Experience designing steel structures supporting dynamic equipment (e.g., modularized building skids)
• High proficiency in structural design software such as SAP2000, STAAD, Dyna6 for static and dynamic analysis
• Strong background in structural steel and reinforced concrete design
• In-depth knowledge of the National Building Code of Canada (Alberta Edition)
• Comprehensive knowledge of CSA S16 and CSA A23.3
• Broad experience in Oil & Gas or heavy industrial projects
• Strong technical writing and report preparation skills
• Effective verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments efficiently

Desirable:

• Experience with finite element analysis
• Demonstrated mentorship and coaching of junior engineers
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of application

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for Design of Vibratory Equipment
• Perform structural steel and foundation (statics and dynamics) designs.
• Attend client and project meetings (Office / Job sites)
• Execution of projects to meet client needs and expectations
• Attend client and project meetings
• Completion of structural design and analysis to applicable codes and standards
• Preparation of technical reports and calculation packages as project deliverables
• Perform checks on other engineers' design.
• Working with designers on the project collaboratively to produce design deliverable.
• Review project documents prior to issue for scope and presentation against project standards and specifications.
• Authenticate structural engineering deliverables.
• Interface with other disciplines, project management to execute work per the Project Plan.
• Interface with workshare team from other Wood global offices
• Work in compliance with all Health and Safety rules and regulations for Wood and its clients.
• Conducting field reviews at project work sites