Civil Engineering Graduate / Civil Engineering Technologist

Dillon Consulting; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional consulting firm is seeking a Civil Engineering Graduate or Technologist in Winnipeg. This exciting opportunity requires strong communication skills and collaboration in a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include construction observation, project coordination, and business development. Ideal candidates have a diploma in civil engineering technology or a degree in civil engineering, with 0-2 years of experience. The firm values a flexible work environment and offers a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Employee share purchase plan

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous retirement savings plan

Flexible work hours

Early Career Development program

Wellness Subsidy

Qualifications

• 0-2 years work experience, prior consulting engineering experience considered an asset.
• Registered or eligible to be registered as a Civil Engineering Technologist or Engineer-in-Training in Manitoba.
• Understanding project design and implementation activities for Winnipeg and Manitoba projects.

Responsibilities

• On-site construction observation and inspection of infrastructure projects.
• Assist project managers with coordinating and designing transportation projects.
• Contribute to business development activities including project proposals.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

Are you someone with developing leadership and technical capabilities? Do you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a team environment with both internal and external stakeholders? Are you a trusted partner and a problem solver? If you enjoy entrepreneurship and innovation, this opportunity is for you! As someone with excellent communication skills and business acumen, you will thrive in our fast-paced and agile environment.

Your opportunity

Dillon’s Transportation Infrastructure Discipline is seeking a Civil Engineering Graduate or Civil Engineering Technologist to grow our multidisciplinary team of professionals. You will have the opportunity to work on new and exciting projects while providing clients with a fully integrated and superior customer experience.

At Dillon, we operate as one team. The successful candidate can be based at our Winnipeg office.

We offer flexible work hours to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.

Responsibilities

What your day will look like

Construction Administration

• On-site construction observation and inspection of infrastructure projects ensuring that projects meet the requirements of contract drawings and specifications
• Coordination, monitoring, and witnessing testing activities to ensure that testing being carried out is acceptable
• Undertake survey construction layout utilizing Total Station, rod and level, and/or GPS equipment
• Complete daily records of site conditions, activities, quantities and progress of work
• Lead contract administration and support the Project Manager as required, including preparing progress payment certificates and meeting minutes

Design and Project Coordination

• Assist project managers with coordinating transportation projects
• Assist in the design of transportation projects including:
• Preliminary and Detailed design
• Engineering studies
• Technical specifications
• Design calculations

• Complete transportation drafting using CADD software
• Undertake overall project and construction cost estimates
• Liase with clients and government agencies to move projects forward
• Assist with site investigations and condition assessments
• Complete review of safe work practices and perform risk assessments
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members including engineers, planners, environmental scientists, engineering technologists and administrative support staff

Business Development

• Contribute to business development activities including client need research, preparation of project proposals and presentations
• Participation in the Early Career Development program

Learning & Development

• A commitment to self-development, ongoing learning and professional development
• Contribution to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees, as well as continued fostering of client relationships

Qualifications

What you will need to succeed

• A diploma in civil engineering technology or a degree in civil engineering
• 0-2 year’s work experience, with prior consulting engineering experience considered an asset
• Registered as a Civil Engineering Technologist or an Engineer-in-Training in the province of Manitoba or eligible to be registered within six months

Experience

• Understanding project design and implementation activities for City of Winnipeg and Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure projects, including: development of design drawings and reports, contract document preparation, tendering and contract administration will be considered an asset
• Proficient in the use of current AutoCAD software; working knowledge of Civil 3D software will be considered an asset
• Strong verbal and written communication, organization and interpersonal skills

Why choose Dillon

Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation and are empowered to continually grow and develop.

We live our core values:

• Achievement: do the work to hit the target;
• Continuous Development: always learning; always adapting; always growing;
• Creativity: discover new possibilities;
• Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard;
• Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences;
• Reliability: words result in actions that build trust.

In addition, we offer:

• Employee share purchase plan
• Dillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees.
• A competitive compensation package
• • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Generous retirement savings plan
  • Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions
• Flexible work hours and hybrid working options
• • Dillon values its staff and the contributions that are made each day and understands that work arrangements can differ based on personal needs and business needs. We are taking a trust-based approach to offer a variety of flexible and hybrid work options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.
• Early Career Development (ECD) program
• • We are committed to developing the skills and knowledge of our people at every stage of their career. The ECD program is designed to accelerate the development of successful consulting careers of new graduates. The program focuses on a mix of skills and behaviours that align with technical, consulting, clients, business acumen, and early leadership.
• Focus on Innovation
• • The ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of our business performance. In our culture, people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward looking solutions to today’s problems and tomorrow’s opportunities.
• Employee and Family Assistance program
• • A variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well-being are available to all employees.
• Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership
• • Our employees can take advantage of reduced annual membership fees.
• Wellness Subsidy
• • Our employees can take advantage of a wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership, purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga classes and dance classes.

About Dillon

Dillon is a proudly Canadian, employee-owned, professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management. We partner with clients to provide committed, collaborative, and inventive solutions to complex, multi-faceted projects. With over 25 offices and more than 1100 employees across Canada, Dillon offers a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities.

Now operating for over 75 years, we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. Dillon has been listed as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 19 years in a row and has the distinction of being a Platinum Club member in this program.

Health & Safety at Dillon

Prospective employees are expected to fully align with Dillon's core commitment to Health & Safety. This includes active, ongoing engagement with our Health & Safety processes and platform, and the active, ongoing identification and reporting of health and safety hazards.

Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon

Dillon is committed to employment equity and an inclusive, diverse workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know. We look forward to hearing from you.

Technology enablement and the use of AI at Dillon

We invest in modern technologies to enable continuous improvement across the organization. Please be advised that Dillon Consulting utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) assisted tools to support parts of our recruitment process to increase efficiency and fairness. While AI supports this process, all hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team. By applying, you acknowledge and consent to this use.