Civil Technologist

Associated Engineering; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Hybrid option

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Health benefits

Fitness allowance

Paid vacation

Sick time

Job summary

Associated Engineering in Vancouver is seeking an experienced Civil Technologist to join our team. You will perform detailed design production and contract document preparation for municipal infrastructure projects, including water, wastewater, roads, and district energy piping.

The role emphasizes drafting with AutoCAD and Civil 3D, mentoring junior staff, and supporting construction administration, site inspections, and quality checks, within a flexible hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Design/Drafting Technology from an accredited technical institution.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in computer-aided drafting and design of transportation projects, with a focus on municipal infrastructure is desired.
• Experience and Proficiency using AutoCAD and Civil 3D for detailed design, from concept through construction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word and Excel).
• Experience with field work such as topographic survey, and construction inspection is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong technical capabilities using AutoCAD and Civil 3D for drawing production and design, as well as working with survey, LiDAR and GIS datasets.
• Work alongside engineers and other designers, provide drafting, design, figures, maps, and data analysis for a variety of projects focused on transportation and civil related infrastructure.
• Mentor and support Civil Technologists/Technicians, Designers, and Engineers.
• Support construction administration activities including site inspection, sketches, asbuilt updates and record drawings.
• Perform construction administration and undertake inspections
• Perform quality management tasks including quality control and quality assurance checks.
• Provide effective and clear communication, both verbally and in writing, with teammates, clients, contractors and sub-consultants.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Civil Design/Drafting Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Survey data handling

GIS

Job description

The Opportunity

Associated Engineering, a proudly Canadian, Employee-owned Company is seeking an experienced and dedicated Civil Technologist to join our team in our Vancouver office. In this role you will be responsible for detailed design production and contract document preparation. The team you will be joining is involved in projects including smaller and larger scale municipal infrastructure projects. This includes large diameter water and wastewater conveyance and pumping projects, tunneling and other trenchless installation projects, municipal roads design, district energy piping design, hydraulic analysis, hydro energy recovery, municipal facilities and much more. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who shares our values.

What We Offer

• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements, depending on position
• Market competitive salaries, with annual reviews
• Salary range of: $62,400 - $93,600.00
• Matching company pension program, increasing over time
• Comprehensive benefits including:
• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Fitness allowance
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Mental health supports
• Paid time off so that you can recharge including:
• Generous paid vacation
• Paid office closure over December holiday break
• Industry leading paid sick time
• Maternity/paternity leave top up program
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth
• Active Young Professional group
• Formal mentoring programs
• Paid professional development hours
• Capacity building seminars
• Engineer In Training programs
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events
• Company-wide social events
• Regular lunch-and-learns
• Community volunteer opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Provide strong technical capabilities using AutoCAD and Civil 3D for drawing production and design, as well as working with survey, LiDAR and GIS datasets.
• Work alongside engineers and other designers, provide drafting, design, figures, maps, and data analysis for a variety of projects focused on transportation and civil related infrastructure.
• Mentor and support Civil Technologists/Technicians, Designers, and Engineers.
• Support construction administration activities including site inspection, sketches, asbuilt updates and record drawings.
• Perform construction administration and undertake inspections
• Perform quality management tasks including quality control and quality assurance checks.
• Provide effective and clear communication, both verbally and in writing, with teammates, clients, contractors and sub-consultants.

Does this sound like you?

• Diploma in Civil Design/Drafting Technology from an accredited technical institution.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in computer-aided drafting and design of transportation projects, with a focus on municipal infrastructure is desired.
• Experience and Proficiency using AutoCAD and Civil 3D for detailed design, from concept through construction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word and Excel).
• Experience with field work such as topographic survey, and construction inspection is an asset.
• Familiar with the British Columbia, Master Municipal Contract Documents (MMCD Contract Administration Certification is a beneficial asset.)
• Good understanding of Lower Mainland municipalities standards and supplemental specifications.
• BC MoTT Design Standards and TAC Geometric Design Guidelines is an asset.
• Trenchless design experience would be an asset.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and quality.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and schedules.

About Us

At Associated Engineering, were passionate about not only the work we do but the communities we live and work in. Which is why sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a carbon neutral company since 2009, we help shape resilient and sustainable communities across Canada.

As a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008, we take pride in nurturing a workplace where people thrive. We are an employer of choice providing our people with a supportive, collaborative, engaging and dynamic place to build a career, while bringing inspiration and innovation to our work.

Our Company Culture Is Shaped By

• Growth and development of our employees – chart your career course, whatever stage you are at!
• A broad variety of meaningful work that supports local communities – we are a medium-sized company working on significant projects, helping to shape communities!
• We care, we commit, we create – our promise to both clients and each other!

Want more information?

• Check out what a day at Associated Engineering looks like via LinkedIn
• Our Environmental, Social and Governance Report

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.