Head of Discipline Edmonton, AB Application Deadline 29 June 2026

Regional Bridge Engineering Manager (Alberta)

Edmonton

Regular, Full-time

Hybrid

Do you want to be a key leader at one of the premier engineering consulting firms in bridge infrastructure in Alberta? Do you have the motivation and creativity to thrive in a collaborative and stimulating environment? Can you inspire and lead a team of skilled engineers while managing diverse bridge projects from concept through completion? If so, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

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COWI is proud to offer an exciting leadership opportunity for a Regional Bridge Engineering Manager (Alberta) based in our established Edmonton office. This role offers a compelling chance to manage and develop COWI’s bridge engineering presence in Alberta while partnering closely with technical leaders and bridge teams across Canada.

In this pivotal position, you will guide and develop a skilled team of bridge engineers primarily located in Edmonton and Calgary as well as contribute to the business development efforts and project delivery of bridge engineering projects in Alberta. Your guidance will be essential in executing a diverse array of bridge infrastructure projects, promoting innovation at every stage.

You will play an important part in COWI’s leadership team, directly reporting to the Vice President, Head of Engineering Canada, focusing on enhancing the capabilities of your team. Collaborating with fellow managers, you will play a strategic role in growing our Alberta practice. Your deep understanding of your team’s skills and development needs will be critical in supporting talent acquisition, retention, and ongoing professional growth within the company. Additionally, you will take part in business development and oversee both the commercial and technical delivery of bridge projects in Alberta, using your skills to ensure project excellence, expand client relationships, and support the sustained growth of COWI’s bridge engineering practice.

People Management

• Provide leadership and mentorship to the Alberta team (recruitment, performance reviews, managing performance), creating a culture of growth and collaboration.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and communicate a clear vision and strategy for the team.
• Build a diverse and inclusive team, serving as an ambassador for COWI’s values.

Project Delivery

• Manage end‑to‑end project delivery for bridge engineering consulting assignments, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring & control, and closure.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, resourcing, and deliverables, supported by trained project coordinators and a national team of professionals.
• Use internal financial and project tracking systems to monitor and manage project performance, forecasts, and profitability.
• Ensure the preparation of engineering drawings, specifications, and tender documents follow per the Company Quality System and client requirements.

Member of the Canada Leadership Team

• Participate in strategy meetings to contribute and implement COWI's strategic priorities.
• Contribute to business development and marketing efforts in Alberta, pursuing project opportunities and representing the Company in external settings, such as technical committees, conferences, seminars, professional bodies, and business groups.
• Establish and nurture lasting connections with key clients to advance growth in the Alberta market.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• A Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.) in Alberta, or can obtain within 6 months.
• Experience leading and supervising people, with skills in mentoring, coaching, and providing constructive feedback to team members.
• A minimum of 12 years of experience in Project Management in the consulting environment, in the bridge engineering sector.
• Experience in leading bridge projects with Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors, the City of Edmonton, and the City of Calgary.
• Well-developed business acumen and negotiation skills, along with a history of project completion and success.
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with effective time management abilities and the capacity to thrive in an environment with evolving priorities and innovation.

Benefits

• 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 minimum 5 weeks’ vacation to start
• Floating holiday to celebrate employee diversity
• Paid sick leave
• Annual Fitness spending account. Yes, you can use this for a ski pass, yoga or gym membership
• Group RRSP program with company matching
• Personal and professional development fund
• Parking or public transit allowance
• Extended Health coverage with 100% of premiums paid by us
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Referral incentive program
• Frequent social events

Equal Opportunity Employer

COWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, COWI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training information.