Civil Specialist CA1

CDM Smith; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Burnaby seeks a candidate for basic engineering tasks related to wastewater treatment projects. Under supervision, the role includes supporting design and development, coordinating construction activities, and ensuring alignment with project specifications. Strong communication and coordination skills are essential. The position is located at the Annacis Island Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Qualifications

• Basic engineering knowledge and skills relevant to site layout and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to coordinate multiple construction projects effectively.
• Strong communication skills to liaise between contractors and plant staff.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering tasks under the supervision of a registered professional engineer.
• Coordinate construction activities at the wastewater treatment plant.
• Act as a communication conduit for project coordination.

Job description

Under direct supervision of a registered professional engineer, performs basic engineering-related tasks in support of studies, design and report development involving site layout development, site grading and drainage, hydraulics and hydrology calculations, water distribution systems, collection systems, storage tanks and impoundments, foundation designs, stormwater infrastructure and treatment, and occasionally single-story structures. Performs site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. Updates design requirements under guidance. Contributes to firm's TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc. Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals. Performs other duties as required. May create or work with a team to create a poster or other presentation material for a conference. Note : All engineering-related work is reviewed and approved by a registered professional engineer.

• Position is located at the Annacis Island Wastewater Treatment Plant (AIWWTP) to work on the AIWWTP Construction Control and Safety Coordination Project.
• Coordinate construction projects occurring at the AIWWTP with plant operations and maintenance activities to minimize conflicts among projects for site access, system(s) shut down and tie-in activities.
• Review TRFs (Task Requisition Forms) submitted by contractors and engage AIWWTP plant staff for input, prepare response to TRFs.
• Act as the communication conduit between the contractors and plant staff for coordinating construction activities that impact plant’s operations.
• Provide coordination support including site coordination, lead in efforts to minimize overlaps between construction activities, as well as minimize impacts of construction activities to plant’s operations.