Engineering Manager, Structural Engineering - Intelligent City : Job Details

Intelligent City is an urban housing technology company that takes a product and platform-based approach to buildings. We combine exceptional design with mass timber construction, robotic manufacturing, and parametric software. Our mission is to build smarter and to empower people to live better. We create a new value paradigm for housing and workplace solutions that are more affordable, faster to build, consistently carbon neutral and socially resilient.

Our motto is ‘Build Smarter. Live Better. Think Change.' If this resonates with you, we encourage you to apply to join our team and help us build a better world!

We are looking for an innovative Manager, Engineering (Structural, Envelope, MEP) who will spearhead both the development of our innovative mass timber building platform, as well as the engineering of high-rise mass timber projects, which will apply our building components. You will oversee all aspects of structural development and implementation while also ensuring seamless integration with envelope design and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) systems during project planning. In addition, you will collaborate closely with our manufacturing and software development teams, as well as the architecture and product development teams, to ensure a cohesive approach throughout the design and implementation processes. This role requires strong project management skills and effective cross-functional collaboration, contributing to broader departmental strategies.

Open Positions: 1 open position

Location: At one of our locations with the option to work at home. Must be willing to work/visit our Delta, BC manufacturing facility frequently to gain a deeper understanding of our core business.

Work Hours: Monday to Friday

We are accepting applications from within the lower mainland, BC, only.

The Role & Responsibilities - What You'll Do (Structural Engineering, Envelope, MEP):

• Lead the development and implementation of Intelligent City's mass timber-based building systems, ensuring alignment with the overall company strategy.
• Lead the engineering of high-rise building projects, either in collaboration with an external EOR or completely internally, to ensure the strategies align with our products.
• Lead the integration of building systems development across teams, ensuring collaboration with manufacturing technology, software development, and on-site construction.
• Collaborate with senior management to align departmental changes with the organization's goals.
• Propose and design gravity and lateral load-resisting systems for projects, ensuring compliance with building codes and design objectives while delivering cost-effective solutions.
• Oversee the preliminary and detailed design of gravity and lateral load-resisting systems (including steel, reinforced concrete, and mass timber), producing structural sketches, drawings, and specifications.
• Manage the integration of structural, façade, and MEP systems to ensure cohesive and functional building designs.
• Lead the application of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) principles, providing feedback to engineering teams for ongoing improvement.
• Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and high performance, promoting learning, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to streamline processes, enhance quality, and reduce waste.
• Facilitate project meetings to identify and address challenges in project delivery, implementing scalable and standardized solutions.
• Adapt to the evolving needs of the engineering team by taking on additional responsibilities to support team goals.
• Manage changes in departmental priorities and project scopes, adjusting strategies to meet evolving objectives.
• Assist teams in adapting to new processes or tools, providing support during transitions.
• Coordinate with company leaders to ensure seamless integration of structural systems across disciplines.
• Represent the company during client meetings and the design-assist phase of projects, advocating for technical solutions that meet both client needs and company goals.
• Collaborate effectively with building partners, suppliers, and external consultants to ensure smooth project execution.
• Facilitate clear communication within project teams, using the design-assist process to foster alignment among all stakeholders.
• Organize and lead project meetings by preparing agendas, facilitating discussions, and documenting actionable meeting notes to maintain focus and project momentum.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with clients, external consultants, vendors, and contractors to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Provide regular updates on engineering progress to the leadership team, clearly communicating developments, requirements, and constraints within the organization.
• Identify and communicate engineering gaps and necessary testing requirements to support the further development of our platform.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and administrative procedures, maintaining consistency throughout project execution.
• Guarantee that structural designs adhere to building code requirements, minimizing risk and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Lead, supervise, and coach the team, delivering personalized guidance and constructive performance feedback to enhance individual and collective effectiveness.
• Foster open communication to build trust and engagement among team members.
• Set clear performance expectations and conduct regular performance reviews, offering constructive feedback that supports professional growth.
• Champion initiatives focused on recruiting, developing, and retaining top-tier talent, ensuring alignment with the organization's goals.
• Promote a culture of resilience and adaptability, empowering team members to navigate challenges and fostering innovative problem-solving.
• Advocate for professional development opportunities, supporting employees in acquiring new skills and advancing their careers.
• Create an inclusive environment that encourages teamwork and collaboration, enabling effective collective efforts toward shared objectives.
• Ensure team members have access to the necessary resources and support, empowering them to perform their roles efficiently and effectively.
• Foster a workplace environment where safety is prioritized, encouraging team members to actively participate in safety initiatives and share their insights on best practices.

Education & Qualifications, Required:

• Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering, building technology, or related fields.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with EGBC status.

Skills & Experience, Required:

• 10+ years of experience in structural engineering, prefabrication, or construction.
• 1-3 years of experience in a supervisory or management role is advantageous.
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian Codes and Standards; familiarity with US and Eurocodes is a plus.
• Experience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Proficiency in structural software, including SAP 2000, ETABS, and RFEM.
• Experience with Autodesk Revit Architecture and/or McNeel Rhinoceros.
• Strong ability to coordinate processes and collaborate with consultants across various software platforms.
• Detail-oriented and data-driven, with a strong focus on accuracy and precision in engineering tasks.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills for managing meeting agendas, documenting actionable notes, and facilitating collaboration among departments and stakeholders.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities.
• Experience building strong working relationships with clients, external consultants, vendors, and contractors.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to effectively address complex engineering challenges.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Important to Mention!

• Must provide your own CSA approved 6” safety footwear, required.
• Ability to provide proof of the right to work for the Company in Canada.
• Successful candidates may be required to submit to a background check.
• Willingness to work between our office and manufacturing facilities.

$120,000 - $145,000 a yearFor this role, the estimated base salary range is $120,000 to $145,000.The actual base salary will vary based on various factors, including market and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process. The listed range above is a guideline, and the base salary range for this role may be modified. Benefits offered after 3 months.

Intelligent City (ICI) is a technology-enabled and platform-based urban housing systems company providing transformational innovation to the housing, architecture, building and construction industry. Through the convergence of design, software technology and advanced prefabrication, we combine three highly innovative paradigms that will change the value equation in architecture and urban design.

Our team is on a mission to empower people to live better, to build smarter and to address climate change and urban housing challenges.

We think change – and we are looking for doers, integrators, professional hybrids, thinkers, and innovators who can help us achieve our objectives.

We take a product and platform-based approach, we vertically integrate high-rise mass timber building systems, advanced design engineering, automated manufacturing, and parametric software. Through this, we offer breakthrough end-to-end building solutions that can be built faster with better quality while being more affordable and consistently carbon neutral.

We are broadly recognized for our leadership in bringing together climate tech and construction tech solutions, including by Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC), Breakthrough Energy Solutions Canada (BESC) and the Solar Impulse Foundation. We have been named as Foresight50, one of Canada's most investible clean tech companies, and investors include BDC, Greesoil Proptech Ventures, UIT, and Fulmer, among others.

Intelligent City was co-founded in 2008 by entrepreneurs Oliver Lang and Cindy Wilson and is the sister company to Lang Wilson Practice in Architecture Culture (LWPAC). The two companies work closely together to deliver the vision of productized and platform-based buildings. The LWPAC team has executed award-winning institutional and residential projects both nationally and internationally, with professional experience in Berlin, New York, Barcelona, and Vancouver.

Please note: Architectural employees will be employed by LWPAC.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a culture of innovation, diversity, and inclusivity, striving for open discussions, best hiring, and operational practices. We are also committed to providing a comfortable and accessible interview process; please let us know if we can support you throughout the process with accommodations.

Land Acknowledgement

Intelligent City acknowledges that its work takes place in Vancouver on the unceded, traditional, and ancestral territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples and on the unceded, traditional, and ancestral territories of the scəw̓aθən (Tsawwassen), xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), and other Coast Salish peoples at its Delta location.

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