Civil Engineering Technologist

GEI Consultants, Inc.; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a civil engineering technician to join their team. The role involves preparing detailed design plans for various municipal projects, conducting site inspections, and participating in cost estimation. Candidates must have relevant education and strong communication skills, with experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred. GEI offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Annual performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits and health care

Hybrid work schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development programs

Paid holidays and generous leave

Recognition programs and RRSP

Support for publications and licenses

Qualifications

• Education in civil engineering technology or equivalent experience required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office needed.
• Strong analytical, time management, and communication skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plan and detail drawings for land development and municipal projects.
• Conduct field work including inspections and site surveys.
• Complete design calculations for water management facilities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Education in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Your role at GEI.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

1. Preparation of plan, profile and detail drawings for land development and municipal infrastructure projects including site plans, subdivisions, road reconstructions, water/wastewater facilities.
2. Field work including construction site inspection, topographic site surveys, and construction layout.
3. Completing design calculations for storm sewers, sanitary sewers, watermains, and stormwater management facilities.
4. Preliminary and detailed design of grading, drainage, and servicing plans for land development and municipal infrastructure projects.
5. Development of construction cost estimates, tender documents, specifications, and contract documents.
6. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education in a civil engineering technology program or equivalent experience.
2. Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Office.
3. Strong analytical, time management, and organizational skills.
4. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
5. Physical and environmental requirements are available upon request.

Considered Assets

1. Knowledge of stormwater management practices and low impact development strategies.
2. Knowledge of Revit software.
3. Past construction experience.
4. Previous design-related experience.
5. Experience working in a multi-disciplinary consulting environment.

About GEI

GEI addresses pressing global challenges such as climate change, sustainable development, infrastructure, and energy. We are experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs dedicated to creating resilient communities. With offices across North America, we offer diverse engineering, science, and consulting services. In 2023, GEI merged with GM BluePlan, enhancing our expertise in asset management and infrastructure planning in Canada.

As an employee-owned company, we foster a flat leadership structure, support career growth, and promote a culture driven by our 4 Cs: Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community-Minded. We prioritize sustainability, safety, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Learn more on our career site.

Our Total Rewards

• Competitive compensation, including an annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits, health care, wellness accounts.
• Hybrid work schedules, cell phone stipends.
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement through GEI University.
• Professional development programs.
• Support for publications, dues, licenses.
• Paid holidays, generous leave.
• Recognition programs, RRSP, ownership opportunities.
• Culture focused on partnership, sustainability, community, diversity.

GEI is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing accommodations during recruitment as needed.