Principal Engineer

Arcadis is the worlds leading company delivering sustainable design engineering and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36000 people in over 70 countries dedicated toimproving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds together we can solve the worlds most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

This role is part of Arcadis Global Excellence Centre (GEC) and will join our 3000 talented individuals working in India Romania and Philippines in partnership with Arcadis offices globally. The GEC brings key capabilities and capacity to support our clients seamlessly around the world. For those in GEC there are options to be dedicated to one country; developing deep knowledge and strong relationships as well as opportunities to be part of teams working truly globally as a centre of excellence offering diversity and variety. Arcadians are by nature globally minded and culturally aware and Arcadis strongly believes in flexibility which enables change over time as your career progresses. The GEC model is well embedded in Arcadis and the strong relationships that exist between our global offices are truly unique

Role accountabilities:

• Minimum 15 years of bridge design consulting experience with significant expertise in highway/railway/utility and infrastructure projects.
• Extensive knowledge and practical application of North American standards AASHTO/ACI LRFD DMRB various DOT Standards and specifications. Familiarity with UK standards and Eurocodes is considered an added advantage.

Principal Duties & Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership:

• Lead multidisciplinary teams of engineers and BIM technicians on complex projects in Canada and the US ensuring effective coordination across all relevant disciplines.
• Provide technical oversight and sign-off for rail and highway bridge utility structures designs in full compliance with Canadian and US codes and client requirements.
• Oversee the complete project lifecycle from concept and optioneering through detailed engineering construction support and close-out.
• Drive innovation digital transformation and best practice in all aspects of structural engineering and BIM workflows.
• Champion the integration of advanced digital design tools and foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers including guidance towards professional accreditation (. PE).

Client & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as the principal point of contact for clients and stakeholders in Canada and the US building enduring collaborative relationships.
• Work closely with clients and regional leads to define project scope set expectations and ensure successful delivery of multidisciplinary projects.
• Provide expert advice and alternative solutions leveraging deep knowledge of North American standards and practices.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the Canada and US markets.

Team & Resource Management:

• Line manage key staff ensuring effective resource allocation and promoting a high-performance team environment.
• Take responsibility for team development performance reviews and succession planning.
• Foster a collaborative environment encouraging knowledge sharing innovation and digital upskilling.

Operational & Commercial Management:

• Ensure all deliverables are completed on time within budget and to the highest quality implementing robust QA/QC procedures aligned with GEC BMS and North American best practices.
• Manage project risks and resolve issues proactively to ensure project success.
• Contribute to business strategy planning and the ongoing enhancement of Arcadis rail structures capability in Canada and the US.
• Promote and implement sustainable design practices on all projects.

Specific Competencies:

• Advanced expertise in North American standards (CSA NBC AASHTO AREMA ACI) for bridge and rail structure design; knowledge of UK/Eurocode standards is an asset.
• Proficiency in structural design software such as MIDAS ROBOT LUSAS SOFiSTiK LEAP Bridge RAM Connection and
• BIM platforms (Revit MicroStation ProjectWise Autodesk Construction Cloud).
• Strong track record in the design and assessment of steel concrete prestressed and composite bridges including load rating and preparation of technical reports and drawings for Canadian and US projects.
• Demonstrated leadership in delivering multidisciplinary rail infrastructure projects in Canada and the US.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Proven experience managing and implementing BIM/Digital workflows through all project phases and keeping abreast of emerging trends and technologies.
• Commercial acumen and experience in developing business opportunities and client relationships within North America.
• Strong people management mentoring and coaching skills with a commitment to developing future leaders within the team.
  Integrity proactive risk management and a passion for sustainable engineering.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors degree (BE) in Civil Engineering with a Masters degree () in Structural Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status (or actively pursuing professional accreditation) with a recognized body in the US (PE) Canada (.) or equivalent regions. Experience working towards or holding CEng (UK) is a plus

Why Arcadis

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyones contribution matters. Its why we are pioneering a skills-based approach where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

Youll do meaningful work and no matter what role youll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark on your career your colleagues your clients your life and the world around you.

Together we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality Diversity Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why equality and inclusion is at the forefront of all our activities. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer; women minorities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race caste creed colour religion sex age disability marital status sexual orientation and gender identity.