Senior Structural Engineer - Ports and Marine
Job Description
Senior Structural Engineer - Ports and Marine
Vancouver, BC
Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer, Team Lead to join our expanding Power & Transportation team in Vancouver. In this role, you’ll support marine and civil infrastructure projects within a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting.
Based in KCB’s Vancouver office—home to many of our largest infrastructure initiatives—you’ll play a key role in growing our ports and marine engineering practice. Reporting to a Senior Department Manager, this position offers the opportunity to lead complex technical work, mentor developing engineers, and contribute to significant infrastructure projects across Canada and internationally.
What You’ll Do
As a senior member of the team, you will:
Lead structural and civil engineering design for ports, harbours, and major infrastructure projects
Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, designers, and drafters
Mentor junior engineers and support the development of team technical expertise
Prepare technical reports, proposals, and project documentation
Participate in site visits to inform design decisions and ensure quality throughout project execution
Build and maintain strong client relationships and support business development efforts
Travel periodically within Canada and internationally, as required.
What We’re Looking For
You bring the following qualifications and experience:
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration in Canada or eligibility for registration in British Columbia. P.E. registration in the United States is considered an asset.
20+ years of progressive engineering experience, including delivery of port, marine, or other heavy civil infrastructure projects
Demonstrated technical expertise in:
Reinforced concrete and structural steel design
Foundations (including piled foundations), marine structures, and earthworks
Seismic and marine-specific design
Strong ability to coordinate across disciplines and project teams
Proven leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong technical report writing capability
Working knowledge of construction scheduling for large infrastructure projects
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
The salary for this position is $120,000 to $170,000 per year. Salary is based on applicable experience, education, and skill level.
Along with continued career development, KCB offers:
Hybrid work opportunities
Annual performance and salary review
Vacation policy that aligns to your experience
Paid OT, and sick days
Flexible benefits, including RRSP, social, and mental well-being initiatives
Dedication to World Economic Forum’s “Four Pillars” of Environment Social Governance framework, Governance, People, Planet and Prosperity
We are a global organization committed developing a respectful workplace founded on the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to be a workplace where our employees, clients, and the communities in the regions we operate, feel valued and are treated equitable. We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality.
To learn more about projects you could be a part of check out Projects - KCB (klohn.com) and our Careers page for more details.
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