Senior Structural/Civil Designer

About you:

Join us. Unleash your energy within.

If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.

Our purpose and beliefs:

As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.

It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:

We PLAY BIG

We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY

We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE

We are built on INFINITE THINKING

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Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:

We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.

Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

About the job:

Kent is looking for a The Intermediate Civil/Structural/Architectural Designer’s duties will be carried out under the direction/guidance of the Civil/Structural/Architectural Department Manager and the Lead Engineer or Lead Designer, and you will be responsible for the following areas:

Skills and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities: Structural design and 3D modelling of various structures and foundations. Civil design and 3D modelling of local roads, site grading, drainage systems etc. Review of design prepared by others. Preparation of drawings Review of drawings developed by other designers/drafters in CSA team Follow and ensure quality processes for checking and incorporation of comments in drawings and model are followed Resolve design difficulties and discuss with the CSA team members. Review project documents for technical accuracy. Identifying investigations, value engineering and special analysis needs on a project. Take part in 3D model reviews and constructability review. Determine and schedule work priorities meeting the project schedule. Establish good working relationships and communication with the client and other engineering disciplines both locally and other areas of the company. Assist in providing Home-Office technical support to engineering groups. In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.
Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience:
Knowledge/ Qualification/ Training/ Certification: Minimum of 15 years of experience in an EPC environment including minimum 8 years for the Petrochemical and Refining facilities.
Communication: Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication and skills.
Behavior/ Core Competencies: A good knowledge of the interdisciplinary requirements for Petrochemical and Refining projects. A good knowledge of workshare with multiple offices and High-Value Engineering Centers. Deep knowledge of Canadian design practices. Strong knowledge of 3D structural design (steel, concrete, foundations) Solid Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Autodesk Plant 3D/Advanced Steel, and other 3D modelling / CAD software. Excellent interpersonal, presentation, communication and organizational skills. Ability to work with others in a team environment. Ability to work efficiently and demonstrate effective organizational skills. HSSEQ: The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.
Details about the role:
Location: Calgary Alberta
Relocation required: none
Travel required: 10%
Contract type: Regular
Experience level: 10+ Years