Associate Technical Director - Toronto, Canada - COWI
Description
Application deadline:18 April 2024 - Canada - Location: Toronto, ON - Infrastructure & Transportation
Associate Technical Director - Tunnels
Toronto
Regular, Full time
Hybrid
_ Do you want to join one of the leading consulting companies, creating value for customers, people, and societies worldwide? Can you be a major Seller-Doer for the Company - positioning COWI as technical experts and leaders in the industry? And are you a demonstrated and recognized technical leader in the industry? Then, join us and we can be great together._
Create the solutions that will enable a better tomorrow
We are looking for an Associate Technical Director to join our team in North America.
You will work closely with a team of experts working alongside our customers on some of North America's most significant projects.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Performs tasks on projects requiring a broad and deep knowledge in a field of expertise related to tunnels and underground structures.
Preference given to experience related to engineering of tunnels and shafts and various construction methods such as drill and blast, sequential excavation method (SEM) and TBM.
- Prepare work plans, schedules, and budgets along with preparing engineering reports, specifications, and other technical documents.
- Lead project teams in the evaluation of tunnel alignments, the geometry of stations & shafts, temporary support systems, geotechnical data, structural analysis, design of tunnels and tunnel liner systems, coffer dams, slurry walls and cross passages.
- Supervise, coordinate, and manage the production of drawings and specifications for underground projects while also reviewing design options for both technical and financial impact.
You will be a part of the Leadership team and will:
Develop technical networks outside of COWI, including participation in technical conferences, publishing, and presenting technical papers.
- Attract and retain key staff members while effectively mentoring other engineers to ensure the team's professional development.
- Provide technical guidance and leadership in the development of technical solutions for underground projects.
- Promote "one COWI network" including staff sharing.
- Be responsible for hiring in conjunction with the Head of Section, Project Director and VP Ops.
Your skills. Our team. Together we design the future.
Like us, you believe that leadership growth comes from setting a clear and meaningful direction for your team and supporting them in taking ownership of their work.
You always delegate responsibility and ensure an open and safe dialogue, and you coach your people to achieve their aspirations through constructive, fact-based feedback.
Attracting and nurturing a diverse group of high-potential team members is at the top of your agenda, as is creating an inclusive, caring and trusting culture in your team.
On top of that, you will have:
Degree in structural engineering or civil engineering or geotechnical engineering or field related to Underground Construction/Tunnelling
- P.Eng. designation in Ontario or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire. Licenses in US states an asset.
- 15+ years of related experience in the tunnel and/or underground infrastructure with 5 plus years of prior experience working as a Design Manager.
- Have experience in the delivery of Design-Build underground projects at all phases, including feasibility/ conceptual studies to detailed design
- Have extensive experience in the tunneling/underground industry along with substantial technical management experience for small to large scale tunnel and underground projects
A place to work and so much more
We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you, at work and at home.
With offices primarily located in the Nordic region, the UK, North America and India, we are currently more than 8,000 people who bring their expertise in engineering, architecture, energy and environment into play.
What we also offer:
Being part of the COWI community offers more than just an attractive salary. We take care of our people both professionally and personally.
Some of our benefits include:
Flexible working arrangement | Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave | Fantastic close-knit team with a wealth of knowledge to share | Full-time hires get a minimum of 5 weeks' vacation to start | Floating holiday to celebrate employee diversity | Paid sick leave | Annual Fitness spending account.
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