Intermediate Civil Construction Technologist

GEI Consultants; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm for civil engineering is seeking an Intermediate Civil Construction Technologist in Kitchener. The role involves construction oversight, compliance inspections, and support for infrastructure projects. Candidates should have a Civil Engineering Technology Diploma and 2-5 years of relevant experience. The firm offers a market-competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a culture focused on sustainability and community support.

Benefits

Market-Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Hybrid Work Schedules

Paid Holidays

Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of previous professional experience in civil engineering construction and consulting.
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• G license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct construction oversight and inspections for civil engineering projects.
• Perform topographic surveys and report on site conditions.
• Prepare construction documentation and status reports.
• Assist with contract administration functions.

Skills

Construction inspection

Technical report writing

Time management

Organizational skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Survey work

Education

Civil Engineering Technology Diploma (3-year advanced diploma)

Job description

GEI Consultants, Inc. (GEI) is seeking an Intermediate Civil Construction Technologist to support the construction oversight of projects out of our Kitchener office. Under supervision of senior staff, this individual will provide support to ongoing infrastructure projects, including roads, sewers, watermains, and wastewater pumping stations. Field activities will include performing construction inspection and documentation, surveying, and layout.

• Construction oversight, including inspection of civil engineering projects for compliance with contract drawings, specifications, permits and other associated contract documents and requirements. Projects may include watermains, sewers, road works, site civil development, and wastewater pumping stations.
• Perform topographic surveys to document site conditions, construction volumes, and conformance to design.
• Preparation of status and daily inspection reports for documentation of work observed.
• Preparation of construction documentation reports, figures, and as-built drawings.
• Provide assistance with constructability reviews, cost estimates, schedules, etc.
• Provide assistance with contract administration functions during construction, including quantity calculations/review, schedule analysis, change order preparation, correspondence, RFI responses, submittal review and responses, payment certificate processing, and documentation preparation, logging, and tracking.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Civil Engineering Technology Diploma (3-year advanced diploma).
• 2-5 years of previous professional experience in civil engineering construction and consulting; knowledge and familiarity with construction inspection.
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.
• Preference will also be given toward candidates with experience using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and performing survey work.
• G license and access to a vehicle.
• Physical and environmental requirements for this position are available upon request.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

In 2023, GEI merged with GM BluePlan, an Ontario-based engineering, management, and technology consulting company. The merger adds GM BluePlan’s nationally recognized expertise in asset management and infrastructure planning to the GEI family, furthering our growth and expansion in Canada.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career sitehere .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program including Health Care and Wellness Spending Accounts
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• RRSP Program
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.