Civil Designer / Technologist (Land Development) - Power Engineering 1

Kiewit; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Calgary is seeking a Civil Designer for their Power Engineering Group. This role involves modeling in 2D and 3D, collaborating with project teams, and ensuring design safety and compliance. Candidates should have a diploma in drafting technology and 3-5 years of relevant experience, particularly with CAD software like AutoCAD and Civil 3D. The company offers flexible work options and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance and disability plans

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of civil design experience or alternatives in education.
• Ability to utilize CAD programs for modeling in design projects.
• Communication skills for emails and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Assist with modeling 2D and 3D designs and ensure reference files are updated.
• Coordinate project updates with the team.
• Review designs for safety and operability before submission.
• Create guidelines or knowledge documentation as necessary.
• Collaborate with teams for design techniques and feedback.
• Help in completing as-builts from construction documents.
• Participate in project meetings and coordinate team activities.

Skills

Civil design experience

Proficient in AutoCAD

Basic knowledge of computer operating systems

Effective communication

Experience with solar PV layouts

Education

Diploma in drafting technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

GeoPak

InRoads

Navis Works

Google Earth

Job description

Requisition ID: 179525

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering

Department: Drafting & Design

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit has an immediate opening for a Civil Designer to join our Power Engineering Group.

District Overview

Kiewit Power Engineers brings various project types to life across North America, including gas-fired generation, power delivery, environmental retrofits, renewables and new technology, and water/wastewater. Our staff leads the power markets engineering process and collaborates with Kiewit's construction teams to focus on safe, cost-effective and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence.

Location

This position is based out of Calgary, AB. Opportunities for flexible work are available.

Responsibilities

• Assist with modeling, both 2D and 3D, ensuring correct reference files are attached and model reference directory is up to date; develop models utilizing drawings, sketches, and design skills.
• Coordinate with project team by utilizing the Project Database; report project progression updates and or issues to Lead Designer as required.
• Assist in the review of designs for consistency, safety, operability and maintenance requirements before submitting to checking.
• Help create guidelines, checklists or other applicable knowledge base documents as assigned.
• Collaborate with team members in design and drafting techniques to challenge abilities; provide constructive feedback to aid in employee development.
• Collaborate with various discipline and subsidiary groups to provide expertise and support business needs.
• Assist in completion of as-builts by utilizing RFIs, ECNs and red-marked drawings from construction to develop “Conformed to Construction Records” as required.
• Participate in project and layout meetings; coordinate and assist in activities of project team members.

Qualifications

• Diploma in drafting technology and 3-5+ years of civil design experience or a combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in utilizing a Computer-Aided Drafting program such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D. With possible support background using AutoCAD, MicroStation, GeoPak, InRoads, Navis Works, Google Earth
• Basic knowledge of the latest computer operating systems, spreadsheets, and databases
• Ability to effectively communicate through emails and utilize electronic meeting requests
• Experience with solar PV layouts preferred

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

Company: Kiewit