Civil Designer, Western Canada

Midwest; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & extended benefits

Education support

Generous vacation

Employee recognition

Job summary

Midwest is seeking a full-time Designer (Civil) to join our team at one of our Western Canada office locations. The role focuses on preparing grading designs, as-built and 3D models using GIS/CAD software, with emphasis on AutoCAD Civil 3D, LiDAR data, and related workflows.

The candidate should have a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Geomatics, 3+ years of grading experience, and familiarity with road, site development and drainage design.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Geomatics is required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Global Mapper is essential.
• Experience with terrestrial scanning software is an asset.
• 3+ years in grading design, site development, earthworks and drainage is preferred.
• Experience in survey/oil & gas/municipal drafting is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare grading designs, as-built and 3D models using GIS/CAD software.
• Create accurate drafting products using AutoCAD Civil 3D and related tools.
• Analyze surfaces using LiDAR, terrestrial scanning data and other formats.
• Design site grading, road corridors and pipeline facilities.
• Prepare As-built plans and compare designs with as-builts.
• Calculate earthwork volumes and understand survey plan content.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Geomatics

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Global Mapper

Terrestrial scanning software

Job description

Come Grow with Us!

Established in 1949, Midwest is an employee-owned professional land surveying firm providing geomatics deliverables designed for oil & gas, utility, construction, and municipal applications through our eight offices in Saskatchewan, and Alberta. We focus on building lasting relationships with clients by providing industry-leading project solutions that are customer-centric and technology driven. Our success is defined by engaged employees, unbending safe work practices, loyal clients and doing the right thing.

We are currently seeking a full-time Designer (Civil) to join our team at one of our office locations. We welcome applicants who are able to work from any of our office locations across Western Canada. Explore Midwest for a map of our offices.

Summary Of Responsibilities

Working under the direct supervision of the Drafting Manager, Civil, you will be responsible for preparing grading designs, as-built and 3D models using GIS/CAD software on Windows platform stations. Your duties will include and are not limited to:

• Producing accurate and detailed drafting products using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other related modelling programs
• Analysis and creation of surfaces with the use of spatial data such as Lidar, Terrestrial Scanner and other survey formats
• Prepare site grading, road, pipeline corridor and pad facility designs
• Prepare As-built plans
• Compare site designs with as-builts
• Calculate earthwork volumes
• Understanding survey plan content
• Understanding layers, line types and individual client requirements
• Using multiple communication tools, interacting regularly with internal and external clients to deliver optimal product

What You Offer

The successful candidate will have:

• A diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Geomatics
• Highly proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Global Mapper and terrestrial scanning software used for modelling oil and gas facilities is considered an asset.
• Possesses 3+ years of experience in grading design, including site development, earthworks, and surface drainage design.
• 0-5 years experience in the survey industry, oil and gas, and the municipal drafting industry is preferred.
• Experience with plan checking and design reviews would be considered an asset.

Key Competencies And Behavioral Attributes

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and projects
• Demonstrates accuracy, neatness, and professionalism in the development of drafting products.
• Able to prioritize multiple responsibilities and projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Critical and creative thinker with an aptitude for problem solving
• Strong verbal, written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Capable of taking instruction while working independently in a highly collaborative team.

What We Offer

• Employer paid benefits package includes a flexible health spending account, extended health coverage, prescription coverage, emergency travel, life insurance, wellness fund, personal/sick days, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Education Assistance Program supports a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.
• Generous vacation policy.
• Employee recognition program.
• Outstanding work environment that focuses on teamwork and collaboration.

We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

APPLICANT MUST BE LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN CANADA. Validation of eligibility will be required if selected for an interview.