Production EIT - New Grad position

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers’ greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Operations Support Manager for the Calgary Ready Mix Division, the Production EIT would provide engineering, sales and technical resource support for the Calgary Team. This is a developmental role and an opportunity to gain widespread expertise within our Ready-Mix business with the ultimate goal of building a long-term career with Lafarge.

This opportunity is part of Lafarge’s New Graduate Development Path (NGDP). As part of the NGDP two-year journey, new graduates are provided with opportunities to connect with other new grads, gain exposure to various aspects of the Lafarge business, and embark on their own learning and development journey through e-learning and scheduled monthly Learning & Development sessions. The NGDP provides a head start for recently graduated individuals entering the workforce while fostering a strong sense of community within Lafarge.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• To serve as a role model in the areas of safety, environmental stewardship, leadership, teamwork, customer focus, and continuous improvement to ensure alignment with the company’s vision and critical success factors.
• Assist in managing projects by contract specifications, ensuring our commitments are met.
• Assist contractors with product supply coordination and provide follow up to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Assisting to develop strategies and objectives for sales, pricing and profitability.
• Provide product design support for engineering, plant production and sales.
• Coordinating with sales, project managers, quality control personnel, and plant production on project details, scheduling, and problem resolution.
• Provide solutions and support specifiers, contractors and owners on assigned projects from inquiry, quotation and completion.
• Problem solving for issues that arise in the production facility and on job sites.
• Attending client project meetings and providing engineering input.
• Carry out plant and site inspections for quality assurance.
• Providing preliminary designs for budgets/estimates.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Recently obtained University Degree or College Diploma.
Field of Study Preferred: Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Technology.
Required Work Experience: 0–2 years of experience in the consulting engineering industry, on-site construction, or with knowledge of contract law is considered an asset.
Required Training/Certifications: Must be registered as an Engineer-in-training working towards Professional Designation.
Travel Requirements: 0-10%

Additional Requirements

• Ability to make rational decisions and resolve conflict.
• A team leader with excellent negotiation, communication and people skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer technical aptitude to learn new systems and programs.
• Self-starter / Problem solver / Self-disciplined.
• Good presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable.

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE

At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.