Alex R.

Experience

• Structual Engineer Hatch Ltd. · Full-time Jun 2023 – Present 2 yrs 11 mos Mississauga, ON, Canada Heavy Industrial Structural Design
  
  * Deliver structural design for heavy industrial steel, concrete, timber, and duct support systems in complex plant environments using Canadian, US, and international codes.
  * Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to align structural solutions with operational, construction, and project needs.
  * Translate technical constraints into practical engineering direction during coordination with stakeholders.
  * Identify design, constructability, and coordination risks early to reduce downstream issues.
  * Develop and communicate 3D structural concepts in OpenBuildings to support alignment prior to detailed design.
  * Support execution through MTOs, quantity forecasting, and coordination tasks.
  * Contribute to decision-making in fast-paced multi-discipline environments with competing priorities.
  * Monitor project budget and progress to assess deliverable performance.
• Building Sciences Consultant WSP · Full-time Apr 2021 – Jun 2023 2 yrs 2 mos Toronto, ON, Canada Structural Restoration Design
  
  * Delivered restoration solutions for reinforced and post-tensioned concrete structures using CSA standards, including slab replacement and rehabilitation projects.
  * Conducted condition assessments and developed practical repair strategies aligned with client priorities, budgets, and long-term asset performance.
  * Led progress meetings and coordinated with clients, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders throughout construction phases.
  * Reviewed shop drawings, managed change orders, completed field reviews, and approved contractor invoicing to support project delivery.
  * Maintained strong client relationships through clear communication, responsiveness, and practical problem-solving.
  * Communicated technical findings and repair recommendations clearly for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  * Prepared budget forecasts and earned value reporting to support project tracking, financial oversight, and execution planning.
• Structural Designer Ellisdon · Contract Oct 2020 – Dec 2020 2 mos Mississauga, ON, Canada Structural Shoring Design
  * Designed temporary shoring systems for major construction projects using CSA, CISC, ACI, TTC, Metrolinx, and AREMA standards.
  * Developed SAP2000 structural analysis models to evaluate system response during staged excavation and construction sequences.
  * Coordinated with site logistics and construction teams to align designs with project phasing and operational requirements.
  * Supported fast-paced construction environments requiring adaptability, coordination, and practical engineering judgment.
• Research Toronto Metropolitan University · Full-time May 2017 – May 2020 3 yrs Toronto, ON, Canada Research – MTO Bridge Barriers (Stainless-Steel Reinforcement)
  
  * Conducted research on the structural performance of MTO bridge barriers using stainless-steel reinforcement.
  * Managed construction and testing of full-scale TL-5 concrete barrier specimens.
  * Designed steel loading-frame systems used to apply static loads during structural testing.
  * Analyzed structural failure modes and compared observed behaviour to theoretical yield line patterns.
  * Coordinated and supervised research assistants, including project planning and scheduling.
  * Presented technical findings through written reports, analysis, and collaborative research discussions.