Structural Designer

What is the role?

LEA’s Building Structures Practice Area specializes in the design of structural buildings, including commercial, institutional, transit stations and residential projects. We are looking for people who are enthusiastic about structural engineering and thrive in a consulting environment. Your day-to-day work will include working with Engineers and Designers on solving problems and creating new designs. It is an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs to join the team of a dynamic employee-owned engineering consulting firm with a successful track record of projects and strong financial results.

Why join LEA?

LEA is an employee-owned engineering consulting firm, with a history of 70 years. We provide engineering consulting services in the areas of Transportation, Civil, Structures, Construction Administration, Electrical and Infrastructure Systems, and Environmental Management.

In the Building Structures Practice Area at LEA, we specialize in the structural design of buildings including commercial, institutional, transit facilities and built-form residential projects.

At LEA, we strive towards a common goal, which is self-realization and achieving the highest possible results. The company is fully owned by its employees and everyone’s collective efforts directly contribute to the firm’s longstanding success.

We’re confident that by Joining LEA, you can discover and realize your full career potential because LEA:

• Recruits high-performing, motivated individuals who strive to achieve the highest level of technical excellence and quality.
• Is an Employee-owned company and almost half of our employees are shareholders.
• Offers a competitive total compensation package of salary, substantial bonuses, benefits and other perks.
• Is continuously involved in many exciting and challenging projects throughout Ontario and around the world.
• Allows for a collaborative hybrid work environment with flexible hours to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Cultivates team camaraderie and collaboration, offering a variety of social events aimed at fostering relationships across the company including sports leagues, game nights, special events, and volunteer/charitable opportunities.
• Is an organization that is committed to achieving our Environmental, Social & Governance objectives through our various committees.
• Prioritizes mentorship, training, and rotational assignments for knowledge advancement and career growth.
• Has an entrepreneurial spirit as an employee-owned company, with continuous growth and expansion taking part in meaningful projects.

In this role, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Develop structural engineering designs for (Institutional, Commercial and Residential) projects, from concept through to construction completion.
• Liaise with other departments and sub-consultants in coordinating technical aspects of the work under the direction of an Engineer.
• Assist with the assembly of contract documents including structural engineering drawings and specifications.
• Execute construction review of structures to ensure general conformance with the contract documents.
• Attend meetings with clients and other consultants, effectively coordinating and communicating structural intent.
• Assist in-field inspection of existing structures and compiling inspection reports.
• Coordinate within the design team and assist Project Managers with schedules and day-to-day project management tasks.
• Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of the latest trends.
• Commit to a high standard of work and ensure quality control reviews are completed for every project.
• Other exciting related duties and responsibilities within the scope of the Building Structures Practice Area.

The qualifications you need:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Civil/Structural.
• Interested to be a Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng. designation) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) is required.
• Understanding of the Ontario Building Code and reference material design standards
• Knowledge of one or more of the Structural Analysis software (such as ETABS, SAP, and SAFE; working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, or MicroStation is an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strategic and process-oriented, prefers to operate in a fast and dynamic environment.
• Team player and able to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Able to prioritize tasks with excellent organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented and commendable problem-solving skills.

The work arrangement:

LEA operates in a hybrid environment to ensure flexibility, safety, and the well-being of everyone. Periodic attendance at our Toronto office is expected to facilitate in-person learning of new tasks with experienced senior staff.

LEA's Commitment to Inclusive Hiring and Equal Opportunity:

LEA Consulting Ltd. is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer, with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) embedded in all strategic planning and operational activities. As part of our commitment to fair representation and equitable access to opportunities, we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including Indigenous peoples, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, newcomers, persons with disabilities, racial and ethnic minorities, refugees, veterans, and women.

We evaluate all qualified candidates based on their skills and experiences, without regard to factors such as age, colour, conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted, disability, family status, gender identity or expression, genetic characteristics, marital/family status, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all individuals, including candidates applying for positions within the organization. For information, assistance or accommodation requests, please contact HR@LEA.CA. We remain committed to ensuring that accommodation is available after hiring.

We thank all applicants, and we appreciate your interest, however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Consider applying again once you see an opportunity that matches your experience and career interests. We encourage you to keep in touch and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.