Job Description

Job Description

Senior Structural Engineer – Leadership & Partnership Opportunity

Location:
Halifax, Nova Scotia | Flexible / Remote Work Options Compensation: $250,000 Total Annual Earning Potential (Base Salary, Bonus & RSP) Career Advancement: Defined Path to Partnership Confidential Retained Search | Canterra Group Ready to Take Your Structural Engineering Career to the Next Level? What if your next career move offered more than a senior title — what if it offered a genuine opportunity to build a business, lead its growth and become a Partner?

Canterra Group has been retained by an established, highly respected and growing Canadian consulting engineering firm to recruit a Senior Structural Engineer and Business Development Leader for its Halifax operations. This is an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneurial structural engineering professional who has built robust relationships within the Nova Scotia construction and development community and is ready to take on a more influential leadership role.

Whether you are an accomplished Senior Engineer, Associate, Principal or an established leader considering your next chapter, this opportunity offers the ability to shape a growing practice, develop your client portfolio and pursue a defined path to Partnership . Why This Chance Stands Out A Genuine Path to Partnership This is not simply another senior technical position.

You will have the opportunity to help grow the firm's structural engineering business in Atlantic Canada, influence its strategic direction and work toward becoming a Partner. Exceptional Earning Potential An attractive compensation package with total annual earning potential in the $250,000 range , including competitive base salary, performance-based bonus and RSP contributions.





Flexibility & Work-Life Balance Enjoy flexibility in how and where you work, including remote work options, while maintaining the client relationships and local market presence essential to success in this leadership role.

An Entrepreneurial Workplace with Established Support Enjoy the freedom to develop business, pursue opportunities and build relationships without having to establish a consulting practice from the ground up. Benefit from the technical resources, multidisciplinary expertise and collaborative support of an established engineering organization. A Culture Where People Matter Join a firm that values collaboration, mutual respect, mentorship and professional growth.

Leadership is approachable, ideas are encouraged and individuals are empowered to take initiative. The culture emphasizes supporting colleagues, celebrating achievements and delivering exceptional client service. Interesting and Diverse Projects Work across a broad range of building types and structural engineering assignments, including current construction, building modifications, renovations, structural assessments and restoration projects.

The diversity of work offers opportunities to apply your expertise, solve complex engineering challenges and build lasting client relationships. The Opportunity As a senior member of the structural engineering leadership team,



you will play an important role in expanding the firm's presence and reputation in Halifax and throughout Nova Scotia.

Your responsibilities will include:

Developing and maintaining strong relationships with architects, general contractors, developers, building owners and other key clients. Identifying, pursuing and securing new structural engineering consulting opportunities throughout Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. Leading business development initiatives, preparing proposals and negotiating professional service agreements. Providing technical leadership and oversight on structural engineering projects involving a variety of building types and construction materials.

Building and managing a portfolio of projects encompassing commercial, residential, institutional, industrial and other building sectors. Working collaboratively with engineering professionals across the organization to deliver practical, innovative and cost-effective solutions. Mentoring and supporting engineering staff while contributing to the continued growth of the practice. Participating in strategic planning, market development and long-term business growth initiatives.

Requirements

What You Bring

We are interested in speaking with established structural engineering professionals who combine technical credibility with strong commercial instincts and an entrepreneurial approach. The ideal candidate will possess: Professional Engineer (P.
Eng.) licence in good standing with Engineers Nova Scotia — required. Extensive experience in structural consulting engineering, with a strong background in the design, assessment and modification of buildings.

Proven business development success , including developing relationshi

📌 Senior Structural Engineer (Canada)
🏢 Canterra Group
📍 Canada