Entry Level ESDC Designer

Kiewit; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Entry Level Civil/Structural CAD Designer for their Calgary, Alberta office. The ideal candidate will handle civil and structural CAD tasks, ensuring accurate As-Built documentation while coordinating with construction teams. Key qualifications include completion of vocational training in CAD and 2-4 years of relevant experience in a collaborative environment. The company offers comprehensive benefits, supporting career development and employee well-being.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Training and development opportunities

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 2-4 years’ experience in basic civil/structural/geotechnical CAD / Modeling.
• General knowledge of engineering principles for civil / structural work.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Work with engineering teams to provide latest As-Built design drawings.
• Coordinate with Document Control specialists for accurate changes.
• Participate in change documentation reviews.

Skills

Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD

Strong communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Completion of vocational training program in Computer Aided Design

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

MicroStation

Revit

Job description

Overview

Requisition ID: 179604

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department: Drafting & Design

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers (KIE) is seeking an early career Civil/Structural CAD Designer in our Engineering Services During Construction (ESDC) Production group. The ideal candidate will perform a variety of civil, geotechnical, and structural CAD / Modeling tasks using Autodesk or Bentley related software. They will also lead coordination efforts with key construction and client staff to resolve any question or concerns during the As-Built process and update the contract drawings to meet the As-built and Record drawing requirements for our projects.

Our ESDC Production group provides value to the success of our clients’ projects by managing post design change resolution which is critical to quality project design, cost control, and construction excellence. We assist Kiewit infrastructure districts in the process of managing released for construction drawing changes through construction operation excellence. The ESDC Production department helps Kiewit build projects by providing integrated As-Built and Record drawing oversight and management of changes that occur through the construction period.

Location

This position is based out of our Calgary, Alberta office.

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of complex projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs, and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.

Kiewit's management and implementation of this process lead to safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence.

On our team, you'll have the opportunity to see more, touch more, and do more than you ever imagined. Working hard will not only bring you satisfaction from a job well done, but it will help propel your career forward faster than you might expect. We will train you, develop your skills, and allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America. We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Responsibilities

• Work with our engineering teams and Clients to provide latest As-Built design drawings to construction team
• Virtual plan set support, with emphasis on training personnel on construction team
• Coordinate with Document Control specialists to manage accurate redline/markup changes on virtual plan set
• Review of client As-Built/Record Drawing requirements and develop As-Built/Record Drawing plan
• Work with construction team and assisting them in documentation of redline/markup changes made in the field
• Coordinate effective meetings with construction/client teams and track down answers
• Participate in change documentation reviews to evaluate and make recommendations
• Work with construction team to provide the Client with As-Built/Record Drawing submittals

Qualifications

• Completion of vocational training program in Computer Aided Design
• 2-4 years’ experience in basic civil/structural/geotechnical CAD / Modeling of design documents
• Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD
• Additional proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D, MicroStation, or Revit is a plus
• Infrastructure project design or construction experience is a plus
• General knowledge of engineering principles for civil / structural work
• Read and understand civil / structural construction documents
• Strong and Effective oral and written communication skills contributing to team-based collaboration environment
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
• Travel expectation for this role is 10-15%

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Company: Kiewit