Chief civil engineer

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

Our Infrastructure and Capital Projects practice is comprised of over 600 sector experts and specialized consultants across the Globe. We combine strategic and operational expertise with a deep technical knowledge to support developers, sponsors, lenders, and projects leader to select, structure, improve and execute Capital Projects in a more efficient and sustainable way.

The Lead Civil Engineer is responsible for overseeing all civil engineering activities for the project, ensuring technical execution, quality compliance, and seamless integration with other project functions. The incumbent will lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, ensuring efficient execution, adherence to best practices, and achievement of project objectives. The role involves strategic planning, technical leadership, and proactive problem-solving to optimize civil engineering deliverables while mitigating risks and maintaining schedule integrity.

Develop and oversee civil engineering execution plans, ensuring alignment with overall project goals.

Plan and direct civil engineering personnel deployment, ensuring sufficient resources for project demands.

Lead technical coordination across all civil engineering activities to drive efficiency and consistency.

Ensure timely preparation, review, and approval of civil engineering deliverables.

Oversee the development of technical documentation, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.

Coordinate civil engineering activities to maintain scope, budget, and schedule adherence.

Collaborate with procurement and construction teams to address technical challenges and optimize execution strategies.

Monitor fabrication and construction phases to ensure alignment with civil engineering design requirements.

Implement and enforce quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and project specifications.

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; a Master's degree is considered an asset.

Minimum 10 years of experience in lead civil engineering capacity within large-scale capital projects.

Strong knowledge of industry regulations, engineering best practices, and quality assurance frameworks.

Proficiency in engineering design software, project management tools, and industry-standard methodologies.

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We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. A&M is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process that meets our obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code , the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and any other applicable legislation. The salary range is $140,000 - $180,000 CAD annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Inclusive Diversity

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