Office Project Engineer

EBC Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an Office Project Engineer to join their civil division in Vancouver. This role offers the opportunity to leverage your engineering expertise in a dynamic environment, contributing to major infrastructure projects that shape communities. You will collaborate with estimators and project managers, ensuring projects run smoothly from preconstruction through completion. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, this firm fosters a culture of respect and integrity, providing a supportive workplace where your contributions are valued. If you are driven by results and eager to make an impact, this position is a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

4 weeks of annual vacation

Flexible group insurance program

Group RRSP with employer contribution

24-hour access to a virtual doctor

Training and development programs

Employee assistance program

Active social club

Health and wellness committee

Diverse and stimulating environment

Recognition as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction, estimating, or design.
• Ability to read and interpret technical design drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preconstruction pursuits and project documentation.
• Lead communication with subcontractors and evaluate quotes.
• Monitor project progress and alert management of risks.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Mind

Leadership

Negotiation

Multi-tasking

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Technical accreditation (P.Eng/EIT, CET)

Job description

EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects: bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, marine installations, wind farms, and hydroelectric projects. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets as well as our vast expertise in the field allow us to actively participate in large-scale projects such as the Site C hydro-electric power station located near Fort St-John in British Columbia, the Samuel-De-Champlain Bridge, and the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM).

EBC is positioned as a true leader in this sector. Our range of specialized services has made our reputation in Canada.

EBC is seeking an Office Project Engineer for our civil division in Vancouver where they can utilize their extensive knowledge to contribute to the continued success and growth of the organization.

The Office Project Engineer will assist the Estimator, Project Manager, and other operations staff members with preconstruction pursuits such as Request for Qualifications, Request for Proposals and Early Contractor Involvement. Other responsibilities include:

Responsibilities

• Review various documentation including civil and environmental reports, drawings, technical memorandum, and technical specifications
• Lead communication with subcontractors and other departments to obtain quotes, evaluate alternatives and incorporate technical requirements
• Assist with RFIs, method statement, procedures and other technical documents
• Identify project concerns and alert management of potential risks on assigned projects and develop a plan to minimize detrimental impacts and mitigate risks
• Assist the Project Management team in the overall planning and scheduling
• Assist in the development or review of temporary works
• Assist the PM in all functions and operations of project including compliance with local legislative and labor requirements
• Assist with conceptual estimating of preliminary preconstruction pursuits
• Lead the Permit Management process
• Monitor the overall progress of the project on an ongoing basis and take corrective action where necessary
• Ensures that Company policies and procedures are followed
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Technical background with professional accreditation (P.Eng/EIT, CET) or combination of technical training and/or related experience;
• 3 years minimum experience in construction, estimating or design
• Experience in civil works
• Experience in underground works, is an asset
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical design drawings

Skills and attitudes required

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
• Analytical mind
• Leadership and autonomy
• Results driven and quality oriented
• Ability to act quickly and efficiently
• Professionalism and negotiation
• Responsible and honest
• Structured and methodical

Conditions offered by EBC

• 4 weeks of annual vacation
• Flexible group insurance program upon entry (health and dental components paid by the employer)
• Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• 24-hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine)
• Training and development programs
• Employee assistance program
• Active social club and health and wellness committee
• Diverse, innovative and stimulating environment
• A company built on values of respect, integrity and a job well done
• Firm recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

In accordance with our policy, we will communicate only with the selected candidates for an interview.