Job Description

Are you a passionate Bridge Engineer who enjoys working on a variety of bridge and transportation infrastructure design and rehabilitation projects? Do you have strong attention to detail, strive to stay current with technology, while constantly looking for new opportunities for innovation? Are you someone with the potential to lead or help mentor a growing team of bridge specialists? If so, we want to hear from you!

ISL is seeking Intermediate/Senior Engineer to join our expanding Bridge team in Calgary.

The scope for the role depends on your experience level, but in all cases, the focus will be to continue the growth of ISL's bridge/structural engineering services in Western Canada, which vary from standalone bridge design to coordinated multidisciplinary projects in support of our Transportation, Municipal & Community, Buildings and Earth & Environment sectors. Regardless of your experience level, you will be provided with a tight-knit group of dedicated engineers and technicians and collaborative environment to thrive.



A Little About Us

We are engineers, technologists, planners, landscape architects, scientists, and their support teams that work together to deliver infrastructure, minimizing environmental impact and maximizing benefit to the community. Learn more about our work by visiting us on Instagram @islengineering and feel free to join our ISL newsletter on LinkedIn: Inside ISL.

ISL's Bridge Team works on projects involving bridge design, rehabilitation, and pedestrian bridge design. The team addresses construction staging challenges, remote access issues, mass-timber bridges of various styles, and inspection of diverse bridge structures from long-span tied arches to mountain trail bridges at high altitudes. Additional responsibilities include work related to retaining walls, culverts, transportation infrastructure, and seismic retrofit and rehabilitation of bridges and buildings. There are instances when research is conducted alongside practical project implementation. As you can see our work is rich in diversity and complexity.

Our team is committed to finding, mentoring, and growing the right individual and you can expect the following from our team:

Interesting Work - We work on a variety of bridge design and construction projects. Check out our projects HERE. Entrepreneurial - We have an established group of clients that trust our work but continue to seek new opportunities. Collaboration - We are 4 bridge offices across western Canada with passionate individuals who work independently and as part of a team. We take initiative, run with new ideas, and collectively share in project success.

A Little Bit About You

You are humble in your expertise and enjoy sharing your knowledge with others. You recognize the significance of the work you do and the impact it has on your community. You are passionate about the bridge engineering industry, and it shows. You have a strong desire for continuous learning and advancement in the industry.

Your resume should show us:

P.Eng. designation with APEGA. A minimum of seven years of experience within the engineering consulting industry. Project Management experience supporting bridge and/or structural projects. Past experience mentoring and leading others through project management informally or formally. Experience delivering bridge design and/or analysis projects from start to finish. Experience in marketing and/or procurement of projects. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues and work with junior staff and technicians within a team environment. Familiarity with Canadian design codes and standards. Excellent proposal writing skills with an interest in business development.

Bonus points for:

Master's or post-graduate degree in Structural or Bridge Engineering an asset. Preference given to candidates with experience with Alberta Transportation & Economic Corridors or similar provincial clients (BC Ministry of Transportation & Transit). Seismic design & retrofit experience an asset. Suspension bridge & cable stay experience an asset. Bridge inspection experience an asset.

A Little More About the Role

Our Intermediate/Senior Engineers have the capability to support projects all across Western Canada. With a strong focus on supporting local construction and design projects in Alberta primary responsibilities include:

Structural analysis and design of bridge and transportation infrastructure engineering assignments. Lead or assist with project management tasks. Maintain positive client relations. Assistance with business development and proposal preparation. Travel for field work, when required. Technical mentorship of junior & intermediate staff, as appropriate.

What ISL Offers

We value you for your skills, work ethic, and contributions and want to ensure that your personal success is intertwined with your professional success. Our wellness philosophy encompasses the four pillars of physical, mental, financial and spiritual well-being, which is why our strong benefits package is comprehensive and offers you some of the best available tools to maximize your career and lifestyle.

Depending on your experience level, the salary range for this position is:

$110 - $140K (based on a 40-hour work week, not including overtime).

Here are some of the amazing benefits we provide:

Excellent mentorship and team atmosphere. Significant annual bonus incentives. Banked time options for salaried employees. Flexible amount and timing of working hours. Hybrid model of work, although there is a focus on in-office collaboration. Great employer-paid benefits, including health, dental and extensive paramedical services. Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts. An excellent Group RRSP system. Paid professional development opportunities and memberships.

At ISL, we share an enthusiasm for community infrastructure. From planning through to design and construction management, we create nimble teams to tackle the unique requirements of every project. Our technical expertise encompasses transportation, land use planning, civil engineering, municipal, landscape architecture, heritage services, environmental management, water, structural, community engagement, geomatics, construction services and 3D visualization. Just the right size, ISL delivers on complex projects while being small enough to maintain strong, cohesive project teams and personal client attention and service.



At ISL your identity is part of our identity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) speaks to our core values and provides space for our teams to bring their authentic selves to work. ISL believes DEI creates the best outcomes for our clients while sustaining a happy and thriving work environment that allows for career development and opportunities for all staff. ISL is committed to a focused effort on continuous improvement and development of a respectful and safe workplace.



We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position. Only those who will be selected for an interview will be contacted.