Civil/Structural Engineer

Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Calgary is looking for a Civil/Structural Engineer responsible for the structural design of electrical utility infrastructure. The ideal candidate must have a Civil/Structural Engineering Diploma or Degree and APEGA registration. Strong modelling skills in Autodesk software and experience managing project budgets are essential. The role includes producing project estimates and liaising with various stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery on time and on budget. Commitment to safety and ethical practices is expected.

Qualifications

• Must have strong modelling skills in Autodesk AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar.
• A Civil/Structural Engineering Diploma or Degree is required.
• Registration with APEGA as an Engineer-in-Training is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for structural design of electrical utility infrastructure.
• Manage project budgets and schedules for successful delivery.
• Produce project estimates and material take-offs.

Skills

Strong modelling skills in Autodesk AutoCAD

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative skills

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering Diploma or Degree

Registration with APEGA as an Engineer-in-Training

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Microstation

PLS-CADD

Job description

Reporting to the Manager, Engineering the Civil/Structural Engineer will be responsible for the structural design of electrical utility infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

• Structural design of electrical utility infrastructure including but not limited to:
  • Concrete-encased duct banks
  • Buried concrete structures (manholes and vaults)
  • Temporary support structures (steel and wood)
  • Miscellaneous secondary steel structures
  • Pole foundations
• Interpret and apply working knowledge of applicable codes and utility standards
• Design coordination with customers, municipal authorities, other utilities and various project stakeholders
• Produce project estimates, quotation letters, construction scope descriptions and material take-offs
• Preparation and submission of project approvals and design packages
• Project schedule management and tracking
• Customer meetings and site inspections in the Calgary area
• Civil/Structural design assistance to projects outside of Alberta
• Accountability and management of concurrent project budgets and schedules for successful delivery "on-time" and "on-budget" while maintaining a high degree of quality
• Being part of a great team and shaping the future of the industry

Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• A Civil/Structural Engineering Diploma or Degree from a recognized college, technical institution, or university
• Registration with APEGA as an Engineer-in-Training
• Strong modelling skills in Autodesk AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microstation or similar
• Working knowledge of structural design of electrical utility infrastructure
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Great interpersonal skills with the ability to develop business relationships
• Ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities with schedule and budget constraints
• Strong collaborative skills and willingness to liaise with other disciplines (drafting, construction, survey, and electrical) to ensure projects are accurate, compliant, on-time and on-budget.
• A passion for your work and a drive for excellence
• Commitment to safety and ethical practices
• Class 5 driver’s license

Additional Assets:

• Experience working in the electric utility or related engineering environment, with experience in design and cost estimating of electrical utility distribution or transmission projects

• Experience in design of underground electrical distribution infrastructure (4kV – 25kV system voltages)
• A valid Professional Engineer or Professional Licensee designation with APEGA
• Experience with shoring design
• Working knowledge of ENMAX and Fortis Alberta design and construction standards

• Experience with MS Office and Geographic Information System software
• Experience with PLS-CADD software and modelling overhead powerlines
• Project Management experience