Civil Engineering - Construction Materials Field Technician - Early Career (2026091884)

Thurber Engineering; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Thurber Engineering Ltd. in Edmonton, Alberta, is seeking a Construction Materials Field Technician for an early career position to support on-call field testing across local projects.

The role involves hands-on testing of soils, concrete and aggregates and close collaboration with project engineers. This position emphasizes field performance, safety, and accuracy, with CCIL/CSA concrete testing certification preferred and a valid Class 5 license.

Qualifications

• At least one season (≈8 months) of direct field-based construction materials testing experience.
• Fluent English spoken and written; strong interpersonal skills.
• Concrete Testing Certificate from CCIL/CSA is required.
• Must be available for variable shifts including weekends and extended hours.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 driver license; ability to lift 25 kg.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-call field testing: inspection and QC/QA testing for various projects.
• Conduct field compaction testing of soils.
• Carry out construction inspection for various projects.
• Carry out field concrete testing per CCIL/CSA requirements.
• Conduct pile construction monitoring for driven steel and cast-in-place piles.
• Laboratory testing of field materials.
• Ensure all work conforms to CCIL, ASTM and other standards.
• Effectively communicate results to clients, contractors and project engineers (verbal and written).
• Liaise with project engineers and site representatives; travel to local/remote sites.

Skills

Field testing

Communication skills

Driver license

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Job description

Full Time

Civil Engineering - Construction Materials Field Technician - Early Career (2026091884)

Thurber has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Materials Field Technician, with at least one season (approximately eight (8) months) of direct experience, to join our team in Edmonton, Alberta.

Thurber provides geotechnical, environmental and construction materials engineering and testing services for a variety of industries across Canada. Our multidisciplinary expertise allows us to work on problems related to earth, the environment and construction materials. We solve problems in a wide variety of industries including transportation, building construction, municipal infrastructure, land development, dams and water resources, industrial development, mining, oil and gas, marine and environmental services.

This role supports on-call field-based construction materials testing in and around Edmonton.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction inspection and quality control/assurance testing for various on-call field-based construction projects;
• Conduct field compaction testing of soils;
• Carry out construction inspection for various projects;
• Carry out field concrete testing as per CCIL/CSA requirements;
• Conduct pile construction monitoring for driven steel and cast-in-place concrete piles;
• Laboratory testing of field materials;
• Ensure all work conforms to CCIL, ASTM and other company and industry standards;
• Effectively communicate results and observations to clients, contractors and project engineers verbally and in written formats;
• Liaise with project engineers and client’s site representatives; and,
• Travelling to local and remote construction sites.

Qualifications and Assets

• At least one season (approximately eight (8) months) of direct experience carrying out field-based construction materials testing (concrete, soils, asphalt, aggregates, etc.);
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and English spoken and written communication skills;
• Concrete Testing Certificate from CCIL/CSA is required;
• Must be available to work variable shifts based on construction schedules which include weekends and extended work hours;
• Must possess a valid Class 5 driver license; and,
• Must be able to lift and carry 25 kg at chest height to handle samples and equipment.

Additional Information

• This position would appeal to those who thrive in a fast-paced field environment working on a variety of in and out of town projects;
• Some sites require pre-access and post incident drug and alcohol testing;
• You will be required to provide a 3-year driver abstract and a 3-year insurance claims experience letter; and,
• We will be required to obtain a Criminal Names Record Check for you as a requirement to operate Nuclear Densometers for compaction testing.

About Thurber

Thurber Engineering Ltd. provides environmental, geotechnical, and materials engineering and testing services. A Canadian-owned company since 1957, we are consistently recognized for the quality of our work, the knowledge of our people, and for conducting our business with integrity.

Our team continues to grow as we build our reputation by working closely with our clients to provide timely, high-value solutions and technical support. Thurber is wholly owned by our senior employees and operates from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario.

At Thurber, we know that our success can be attributed to the hard-working, innovative group of people who come in every day ready and excited to take on new challenges and solve problems. We seek out team members who work hard, innovate, and operate with integrity. Our regional diversity gives us specialized knowledge of the various and complex geological and environmental conditions across Canada.

Our Purpose:

To make a difference for people.

Our Values:

Passion:

We'redriven to deliver our best and inspire others.

Quality:

We're committed toproviding our clients with a quality experience, in both service and product.

Caring:

We show kindness and concern for others, the environment, and the industry.

Together:

Wemake a difference for people by working with passion, quality, and care -together.