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AECOM · Halifax, NS

# Senior Structural Engineer

Halifax, NS Senior individual contributor Operations 

Listed on AECOM’s official careers site. Posted October 26, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on AECOM’s careers site →](https://aecom.jobs/jobs/5F200C5C16014E9CB8F19393A0B3AE87/job/)

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## Job description

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

### Job Description

AECOM is seeking a motivated and skilled Senior Structural Engineer to support the design and construction of infrastructure projects within the Buildings
- Places business line. This opportunity is based in our Halifax, Nova Scotia office, with hybrid work options available.

### AECOM Buildings
- Places Canada (B+P Canada) is a vibrant and growing, fully integrated team spanning architecture, all building engineering disciplines, landscape architecture, urban planning, urban design, economics, and asset management for design and infrastructure projects.

### Responsibilities
- Serve as a senior technical resource and technical advisor to the team.
- Provide specialized technical input to studies and designs within the area of expertise.
- Develop study and design procedures to ensure high-quality, cost-effective work.
- Participate in interdisciplinary reviews of project deliverables.
- Apply technical expertise throughout the preparation of discipline-specific contract documents.
- Perform quality control reviews of design calculations and drawings.
- Prepare technical specification sections.
- Contribute to the development of engineering budgets and schedules to meet project requirements.
- Mentor junior and intermediate structural engineering staff.
- Assist the team manager in prioritizing workloads and projects for CADD and Revit production technicians and technologists.
- Liaise with other discipline leads to meet client performance objectives in an optimized and value-added manner.

### Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or a related field.
- Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.) in good standing, or eligibility to obtain it.
- Minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience in the structural design of buildings, facilities, and/or infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated experience in structural analysis and design of steel, concrete, and foundation systems.
- Proficiency in structural design software (e.g., ETABS, SAP2000, SAFE, or similar) and drafting tools (e.g., AutoCAD and Revit).
- Working knowledge of applicable Canadian codes and standards, including the NBCC and CSA standards.
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Reliability and/or Secret security clearance within a reasonable timeframe.

### Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Structural Engineering and ten (10) or more years of relevant experience.
- Proven experience leading structural design for complex or large-scale projects.
- Experience with marine and coastal structures, such as jetties, wharves, and piers.
- Experience with pile foundations, concrete decks, and heavy civil infrastructure.
- Experience working in saltwater or other harsh environmental conditions.
- Familiarity with condition assessments, rehabilitation, and retrofits of existing structures.
- Experience providing construction support services, including site reviews and inspections.
- Project management experience, including budgeting, scheduling, and client coordination.
- Experience working on federal or government projects.
- Strong presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience mentoring junior engineers and reviewing technical deliverables. Additional Information

### Mandatory Security Clearance Requirements

Applicants must hold or be eligible to obtain the following security clearances:
- Must have resided in Canada for the past 5 years to be eligible for Reliability Status or 10 years to be eligible for Secret clearance.

### Other
- Sponsorship for Canadian work authorization is not available for this position.
- Company-paid relocation is 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._ Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $120000 to $160000.

### 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.

### ReqID

J10162669

### Business Line

B&P - Buildings & Places

### Business Group

DCS

### Strategic Business Unit

Canada

### Career Area

Engineering

### Work Location Model

Hybrid

### Compensation

CAD 120000 - CAD 160000 - yearly

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 26, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 27, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 10, 2026
- Listed for: 15 days
- Location: Halifax, NS[Apply on AECOM’s careers site →](https://aecom.jobs/jobs/5F200C5C16014E9CB8F19393A0B3AE87/job/)

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- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Jul 12, 2026

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