Job Description

Job Title:

Lead Structural Engineer

Company:

Sustainabuild

Location:

601 Read Dr. Summerside, PEI

Department:

Construction Management Group

Reports To:

Project Director, President

Employment Type:

Permanent - Full Time (Year-Round Construction)

Start Date:

Oct/Nov 2025

Salary:

Based on Experience (Full-Time, Salaried Position)

About SUSTAINABUILD (Part of the Roberts Group of Companies)

Sustainabuild is an Off-Site Construction company with a unique and comprehensive business model capable of developing, designing, building, managing, and completing all aspects of residential construction projects. Located in Prince Edward Island (PEI), Canada, Sustainabuild is dedicated to meeting the growing housing market demand by delivering efficient high-quality homes that cater to customer needs at every stage of the project.

Our company is committed to innovation and excellence, offering training programs to onboard and develop new staff within our Off-Site Construction Factory. Utilizing engineered and pre-fabricated panelized building systems, Sustainabuild is on the cutting edge of construction technology. By focusing on high-quality craftsmanship and efficient building methods, we ensure every product and home exceeds industry standards and improves construction speed without compromising quality.

Position Overview:

Sustainabuild is seeking a Structural Engineer to join our management team and lead the structural design process for modular and panelized residential construction. This role is responsible for transforming preliminary architectural drawings into complete engineered structural plan packages ready for permitting and construction.

Using design software's, such as MiTek (or similar) as the primary platform (and related analysis tools), the Structural Engineer will oversee the full workflow from architectural prelims through structural analysis, drafting, estimating, and engineered plan production. The role also integrates SEMA panelization for CNC-ready outputs and fabrication workflows to automated equipment.

This is both a hands-on technical role and a leadership position within Sustainabuild's management team, with responsibilities that may include supervising drafting staff, setting design standards, coordinating across disciplines, and ensuring projects are structurally optimized, code-compliant, cost-efficient, and fabrication-ready. The Structural Engineer will also contribute to the company's long-term strategic growth by developing scalable structural systems and workflows that align with Sustainabuild's mission to deliver high-performance, panelized housing across Atlantic Canada.

Key Responsibilities

Structural Design & Engineering

Lead all structural modeling for foundations, walls, floors, and roof systems. Apply NBCC/CSA code criteria (snow, wind, seismic for PEI) to define load paths and assemblies. Run structural calculations for trusses, joists, and engineered wood products. Liaise with software companies on staff engineers for sealed truss/joist packages, and/or apply own P.Eng stamp where applicable. Develop and maintain structural design libraries for repeatable building types (single family, duplex, 4-plex, townhouse, multi-storey etc).

Workflow & Integration Management

Manage the concept ? preliminary architectural ? Structural ? estimating ? SEMA panelization workflow. Ensure structural models are the single source of truth for structural decisions. Oversee export/import workflows with SEMA for panelization, CNC cut files, and shop tickets. Minimize redraws by aligning structural system outputs with panel shop requirements.

Estimating & Cost Control

Utilize software and models to produce BOMs, material takeoffs, and cost estimates. Coordinate with procurement and project management to validate supplier pricing and quantities. Support integration of costing and quantities with production team and manufacturing

Quality Assurance & Compliance

Review and sign off on structural drawing packages for permit and IFC (Issued for Construction). Validate structural software outputs to integrate with global building design (shear walls, lateral systems, foundations). Ensure alignment with NBCC 2025, CSA A277, and local PEI building code. Coordinate with external engineers and architects as required

Team Leadership & Coordination

Supervise and mentor drafting/design staff (Mitek, SEMA, Revit, AutoCAD etc). Train staff on best practices for structural modeling and panelization workflows. Act as the engineering lead in cross-functional meetings (architecture, panel shop, site crews). Establish design standards, workflow processes, and quality control measures.

Required Qualifications

Licensed P.Eng (Structural) in Canada, or eligible for registration in PEI. 3+ years of structural engineering experience in wood-frame, timber, or light construction. Proficiency with MiTek software (or equivalent) a preferred asset Familiarity with SEMA for panelization and CNC preparation. Working knowledge of Revit/AutoCAD for integration with MiTek and drafting coordination. Strong understanding of NBCC and CSA standards for residential construction. Demonstrated leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Hundegger, Weinmann, or other CNC panel production systems. Experience in off-site/modular housing delivery models. Proven record of mentoring and developing technical staff.

What We Offer

A strategic leadership role in a fast-growing construction company transforming housing delivery in Atlantic Canada Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses Group Benefits Plan (50% company paid): Dental, Medical, Extended Health Services Minimum 3 weeks vacation, flexible based on experience Travel allowance and/or company vehicle (negotiated case-by-case) Opportunities to directly impact how we build, deliver, and improve as a company A collaborative, team-driven environment focused on quality, speed, and client satisfaction

Other Duties as Assigned

At Sustainabuild, we foster a collaborative and team-oriented approach to our work. While this job description outlines the primary responsibilities and expectations for this role, there may be occasions when additional tasks or duties are assigned to support our shared goals These duties may fall outside the specific scope of the role but will contribute to maintaining the high standards of quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction that define Sustainabuild. We value adaptability and teamwork, and we encourage all team members to actively participate in ensuring the success of our projects and the satisfaction of our customers.

Work Environment

Head Office: Office setting located in Summerside (Primary Location) Factory: Indoor environment with exposure to tools, machinery, and equipment On-Site: Outdoor construction sites with exposure to varying weather, dust, and noise.

Company Benefits:

Group Benefits Plan - with expenses shared 50% by the Company and 50% by the Employee

Benefits include comprehensive: Dental, Medical, and Extended Services

Additional benefits to be discussed with potential candidates

Vacation time: Starting with 2 Weeks/yr with additional time off to be determined by mutual agreement between employer and employee

Compensation:

Starting salary: Based on Experience (Full-Time, Salaried Position) - to be discussed with candidates upon interview

Travel allowance and/or use of company vehicle to be determined by mutual agreement between the employer and employee,

Bonus pay opportunities,

Next Steps

If you are interested in joining Sustainabuild and contributing to our innovative Off-Site construction projects, we would love to hear from you!

To apply, please submit:

Your updated resume highlighting your relevant experience and skills. A list of professional references (minimum of two) who can speak to your work experience and character.

How to Submit

Please send your application to Sustainabuild as follows:

Email Address: ben@robertsgroupinc.com

Email Subject Line

[Lead Structural Engineer - Your Full Name]

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for considering a career with Sustainabuild, where we build not only quality homes but also rewarding careers.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42.00-$52.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person