Frequently Asked Questions
PROJECT QUESTIONS
I need an engineer to build an extension on my house. Can I get a quote from Harbourside for my small residential project?
As a general rule, Harbourside Engineering does not take on small residential projects.
• My property is at risk due to coastal erosion. Can I hire Harbourside to help mitigate this?
Mitigating the effects of coastal erosion, climate change, and sea-level rise are all things that Harbourside Engineering does as part of larger infrastructure projects, marine project, and wharf rehabilitation. As a general rule, Harbourside Engineering does not take on small residential projects.
• My company has an ongoing project with Harbourside Engineering, and I need to reach someone. How can I do that?
This should be done through the project manager for the project in question. They will reach out to the correct individuals at the correct Harbourside office if they deem it necessary.
If you use the general contact form on our website for this type of inquiry, you will reach our general office administrator in Dartmouth. This could cause a delay in response time, so we recommend contacting the project manager in every situation.
HIRING QUESTIONS
Why should I work at Harbourside?
Because we value talent. We see hard work, and we reward it. At Harbourside, you are more than just an employee. In fact, many members of our partnership team began as co-op students! Harbourside Engineering is where you can rise to become your best.
Are you hiring? Where can I apply?
Our team is constantly growing. With offices across Atlantic Canada and Ontario, we are always looking for talented engineers, draftspersons, technicians, and administrative staff.
Job postings can be found on Indeed, Linkedin, or shared in the News section of this website. If there are no active postings, we encourage you to reach out to us using the forms on our Careers at Harbourside page.
I applied but haven’t heard back. What should I do?
We receive hundreds of applications every day through our website, LinkedIn, and Indeed. If we haven’t not responded yet, please be patient. We will reach out to you if there is a position we think is suitable for you.
Do not send another application. Duplicate applications will be ignored.
COMPANY QUESTIONS
Is the Harbourside Engineering Group a single company?
“Harbourside Engineering Group” or “Harbourside Group of Companies” are the terms we use to discuss our group of companies, although each exists as a distinct legal entity.
These are Harbourside Engineering Consultants, Harbourside Transportation Consultants, Harbourside Geotechnical Consultants, Harbourside Project Management, and Harbourside Industrial Group.
Our group shares office space and works collaboratively on projects when the need arises. This offers our clients flexibility and expertise across multiple engineering sectors. Our team offers the comprehensive services of a large engineering firm with the specialized focus needed for unique projects.
Why should I consider Harbourside over other engineering firms?
Flexibility, expertise, and specialization. Thanks to our technical skill, Harbourside Engineering solves complex problems that other firms can’t tackle. We add consistent value to projects, saving money, time, and hassle for our clients. Our roster of award-winning projects is a testament to the fact that we frequently outperform larger firms in the same sector.
How do the different Harbourside companies work on the same project?
This depends on the project. Sometimes one company is hired as a subconsultant to another. Sometimes two or more Harbourside companies are hired independently to work on different aspects of a larger project. In either case, this model ensures that there is easy communication between different sectors, and that work is kept “in-house” for maximum efficiency.