Structural Engineer

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The Opportunity | Build the Future With Us

Join WSP's Property & Buildings team in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, and help shape the built environment through impactful structural engineering projects. As an Intermediate Structural Engineer, you'll contribute to the design, rehabilitation, and construction of complex facilities across sectors including science and technology, healthcare, commercial development, public safety, military infrastructure, and education.

Working alongside a collaborative team of engineers, designers, and technical specialists, you'll play an integral role in delivering innovative and technically challenging projects from concept through construction. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated structural professional looking to expand their expertise, work on meaningful projects, and grow their career with one of the world's leading professional services firms.

Your Impact

• Deliver structural engineering solutions for building projects through all phases, from concept development and preliminary design to construction and operation.
• Conduct structural investigations, assessments, and inspections of existing and proposed facilities to support safe, resilient, and sustainable outcomes.
• Develop structural designs, calculations, specifications, construction documents, and cost estimates that meet project objectives and code requirements.
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to successfully execute complex building projects.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, design documentation, visualizations, and presentations that clearly communicate engineering solutions.
• Support project delivery by contributing to budgeting, scheduling, resource planning, and technical coordination across multiple concurrent assignments.
• Apply current industry standards, emerging technologies, and best practices to develop future-ready structural solutions.
• Contribute to business development, client relationship building, and proposal pursuits while upholding WSP's commitment to quality, safety, and technical excellence.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Nova Scotia, or eligibility to obtain registration.
• 4 to 9 years of experience in structural design within industrial, commercial, institutional, or military environments.
• Experience designing and analyzing steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and related structural systems.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian building codes, CSA standards, and structural analysis/design software such as STAAD, ETABS, SAP2000, or S-Frame.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating projects across multiple disciplines and engaging directly with clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to obtain a PSPC Security Clearance.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites and support field reviews and inspections.

• Why Choose WSP?
• Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

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Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $85,100 – $112,800
• MB & ON: $77,700 – $107,000
• NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $76,900 – $102,100

Disclosure

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Help Shape the Structures of Tomorrow?

Bring your technical expertise, curiosity, and passion for innovation to a team where your contributions have a lasting impact. Whether you're advancing critical infrastructure, supporting complex building projects, or growing your professional career, WSP offers the platform, mentorship, and opportunities to help you thrive.

Apply today and build a future that's stronger, smarter, and more sustainable with WSP.