Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB), a division of Link Nova Scotia, owns, operates and maintains the Angus L. Macdonald and A. Murray MacKay Bridges, supporting over 38 million crossings every year. We’re committed to providing safe, efficient, and cost-effective cross-harbour transportation and safety is at the centre of everything we do. It’s a shared responsibility across our entire team.
The Bridge Engineer reports directly to the Chief of Infrastructure and Asset Management/ Engineering Manager and participates in key senior Management Team initiatives as required. The Bridge Engineer is responsible for providing engineering input, advice, and direction to maintain the safety of the two bridges, approaches, and related facilities. They work collaboratively, effectively and cooperatively in a coordinated manner with the senior bridge personnel to deliver projects as per their defined scope, the specified quality, on time and on budget. This role is accountable for preparing and issuing requests for proposals (RFPs), tender documents, and other documents required for the selection and onboarding of consultants and contractors, as well as overseeing the ongoing relationship throughout the life of a project. This position also provides guidance, coaching and mentoring to co-operative engineering students and support to other HHB departments.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Provide engineering advice and technical direction to support the safety, reliability and long-term performance of HHB’s bridges, approaches, ancillary structures and related facilities.
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Develop technical work plans, scopes, investigations, analyses, preliminary designs, risk assessments, cost estimates and schedules for infrastructure projects.
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Assess bridge conditions and recommend repair, rehabilitation, retrofit or replacement solutions that support sound asset management and lifecycle planning.
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Prepare and review engineering reports, designs, specifications, tender documents, requests for proposals and other technical procurement materials.
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Support consultant and contractor selection, contract administration, change orders, project documentation and technical oversight throughout the project lifecycle.
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Monitor project scope, quality, risks, schedules and budgets in collaboration with senior engineers, the Project Management Office, consultants and contractors.
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Conduct site inspections and support investigations related to structural incidents, deficiencies, unusual events and bridge asset condition.
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Use inspection, maintenance and Computerized Maintenance Management System data to inform evidence-based decisions on infrastructure health, risk and priorities.
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Build effective working relationships with internal teams, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies and technical stakeholders.
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Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring work follows occupational health and safety requirements, HHB policies and safe work practices.
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
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Five to seven years of relevant engineering experience.
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Member in good standing, or eligible for membership, with Engineers Nova Scotia.
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Strong knowledge of structural engineering principles, infrastructure maintenance, construction practices and project delivery.
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Experience preparing technical reports, specifications, scopes of work, estimates, schedules, tender documents and requests for proposals.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, judgement and communication skills, with the ability to present clear technical recommendations.
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Proficiency with standard data management tools and engineering-related software.
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Valid Canadian Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
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Project management experience, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
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Assets include specialized knowledge of long-span or suspension bridges, project management training or accreditation, and experience in a complex public sector, Crown corporation or similar environment.
Position details:
- This is a Full-time, Permanent, Non-union position, working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
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On-call response or extended hours will be required based on operational demands.
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The annual salary range for this position is $91,813 - $114,766.
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Hiring 1 position.
Working conditions:
Primarily office-based, with occasional site visits to bridges, construction sites and industrial environments. Site work may involve exposure to weather, traffic hazards, noise, active construction areas, safety-sensitive locations, work at heights, and work in confined spaces. Use of required personal protective equipment, including fall-protection equipment where applicable, and adherence to HHB safety procedures are mandatory. The role requires strong attention to detail when reviewing drawings, reports, technical documentation, inspection findings and project deliverables. Occasional deadlines, project pressures, safety-sensitive decisions, on-call requirements, or travel may be required to address site issues. Safety training and specialized PPE will be provided by the employer.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates may submit their resumes and complete all pre-screening questions by 4:00 pm on August 7, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted and interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after the posting has closed. If you need an accommodation, please contact [email protected]
Please note:
The successful candidate must pass a background check, including a criminal record check, employment verification and eligibility to work in Canada.
Employment Equity Statement:
HHB is committed to a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Applicants are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify to support our diversity and inclusion efforts.
Employment is conditional upon satisfactory reference checks, background checks, and confirmation of eligibility to work in Canada. Personal information is collected in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and used solely for recruitment purposes.
HHB appreciates all applications; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
