Civil Technologist / Technician

Civil Technologist / Technician - ( 240004AP )

Description

Strong communities don’t just happen—they’re built. They’re creatively imagined, collaboratively planned, and readied to face tomorrow with optimism. We’re driving the future of Community Development. Our experts lead their fields, collaborating on projects that are as technically challenging as they are impactful, creative, and fulfilling. We’re a place where you can apply your passion—and find endless opportunities to help make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking a professional and dynamic Civil Technologist / Technician to join our Infrastructure Practice and specifically Civil Engineering Team in Whitehorse, YT.

The successful candidate will coordinate project drawings and specifications with Project Managers, Engineering Leads, CAD staff and others; ensure project needs are met in a timely and effective manner; liaise with drafting coordinators supporting other disciplines; participate in design and preparation of engineering drawings and specifications using the appropriate internal and external standards; prepare plan, section, detail, schematic and construction drawings; and ensure all drawings are in accordance with client specific requirements and company procedures. You will perform a variety of tasks which may include calculations, supporting other teams within the group, facilitating complex projects and large design packages. You will undertake field review services during construction including basic surveying tasks under the direction of a Project Manager or Engineer.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Performs civil design using knowledge of relevant software programs primarily AutoCAD Civil3D including underground utilities (water/sewer conveyance using pipe networks), roadways (alignments using corridors), and site developments (using surface and grading commands).
• Works with other engineering disciplines and professionals in the completion of the project under the direction of a project coordinator or project manager.
• Performs calculations to analyze and design civil system components using company standard software.
• Assists with engineering duties on projects of various complexity and size.
• Assists with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions.
• Assists in basic interpretation and verifying compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards and practices.
• Performs a variety of tasks which may include analyzing proposed project solutions to ensure design integrity, reliability, resource efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Undertake field review services during construction including basic surveying tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned by project managers or supervisor.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Understanding of concepts of relevant areas of civil engineering design.
• Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, and other similar material.
• Strong organizational skills, along with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and demonstrate a flexible approach to work assignments.
• Experience and a willingness to undertake construction reviews is also required.
• Requires understanding and proficiency of AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Basic understanding of topographic or construction layout surveying.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Possession of a valid driver license.

Education and Experience

• Diploma in Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technology, or Civil Engineering Technology. Minimum 2-8 years’ experience is preferred.

Typical office environment working with computers. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

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