Director, Marine Engineering

• Plan and deliver marine infrastructure projects from scope development and procurement through construction and close-out.
• Lead the capital dredging program and support operational dredging including technical review permitting budgets schedules risk and stakeholder coordination.
• Review engineering drawings specifications studies estimates tender documents and contractor deliverables.
• Assess navigation channels vessel accommodation under-keel clearance mooring systems berth loading and related operational requirements.
• Support inspections condition assessments and lifecycle planning for Port-owned marine assets.
• Coordinate consultants contractors regulators terminal operators and other stakeholders while ensuring compliance with safety environmental contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare project updates reports recommendations funding documentation and organized technical records.

• Bachelors degree in civil marine coastal ocean geotechnical or structural engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Seven to ten years of progressive engineering experience preferably involving marine or port infrastructure dredging coastal works heavy civil infrastructure or major capital projects.
• Demonstrated experience with project delivery procurement construction contract administration consultant management and contractor oversight.
• Strong technical judgment project management communication collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or eligibility for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of New Brunswick.
• Eligibility to obtain the required Transport Canada security clearance and possession of a valid Class 5 New Brunswick drivers license or equivalent.
• Project management or related marine construction dredging environmental safety or asset management credentials are considered assets.

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Put safety and wellness first using a safety-first approach to guide your decisions.
• Show initiative embrace innovation and persevere when facing obstacles.
• Treat others with respect and build trust through honesty openness and accountability.
• Commit to continuous learning and support the development of your colleagues.
• Include others by building strong relationships and engaging meaningfully with

Port Saint John is a rapidly advancing Port striving to be a catalyst for growth recognized for community leadership. A critical piece of Canadas national supply chain the Port boasts a diverse cargo base and unparalleled optionality via three Class I Railways. By championing innovation promoting meaningful engagement and investing in infrastructure Port Saint John aims to be a safe efficient port of choice while delivering economic prosperity in New Brunswick and beyond.

Port Saint John operates on the traditional and unceded territory of the Wolastoqey MiKmaq and Peskotomuhkati commitment to truth and reconciliation is grounded in respect for Indigenous cultures and heritage and in building meaningful relationships.

Port Saint John connects people and markets by building partnerships and developing innovative solutions that create economic and social value. With links to more than 350 ports worldwide and direct access to central Canadian markets through Canadian National and Canadian Pacific rail networks and the Trans-Canada Highway the Port is a key facilitator of trade within Canadas Atlantic Gateway. Our transportation infrastructure provides a marine gateway to global markets while supporting prosperity and sustainability.

Help shape the future of marine infrastructure at Port Saint John. If your experience and values align with this opportunity we invite you to apply.

The application deadline is October 19th.