Water Wastewater Engineer-In-Training

Dillon Consulting; Saint John; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Saint John is seeking a Project Coordinator to assist in civil and water/wastewater projects. The ideal candidate has a degree in civil or environmental engineering, EIT registration, and 1-2 years of relevant experience. This role involves collaboration with various stakeholders and a commitment to ongoing professional development. The firm values technical excellence and offers competitive compensation as well as employee ownership through a share purchase plan.

Benefits

Employee ownership

Competitive salary and benefits

Student loan repayment assistance

Early Career Development program

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in the consulting industry preferred.
• Experience in water and wastewater treatment equipment/facilities.
• Knowledge of integrated municipal infrastructure design.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design of municipal infrastructure projects.
• Participate in the creation of contract documents.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in civil or environmental engineering

EIT registration in New Brunswick

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit

SUMO

Job description

Overview

Are you developing leadership and technical capabilities? Do you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders? If you thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment and excel in communication and business acumen, this opportunity may be for you. This role is based in the Saint John office.

Responsibilities

Your day will include

• Project Coordination, and Design
  • Assist with a variety of multi-disciplinary water, wastewater, and civil projects, including:
  • Functional and detailed design of municipal infrastructure related to water supply, sewers, treatment, roads, land development site servicing, stormwater management, and waste management
  • Infrastructure conceptual design, preliminary design, detailed design, technical memorandums, design reports, plans, approvals, contract administration, and site inspections for civil and water/wastewater projects
• Perform assessments, design calculations, hydraulic reviews, data collection, and data analysis to support engineering activities
• Participate in the creation of contract drawings, contract specifications, and tender packages
• Liaise with equipment suppliers, vendors, clients, government agencies, sub-consultants, and subcontractors
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams (including transportation, municipal and structural engineers, planners, environmental scientists, and technical support staff)

• Business Development
  • Contribute to client research, project proposals, and presentations
  • Business travel to other Dillon offices as needed

• Learning and Development
  • Commit to self-development and ongoing professional growth
  • Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees

Qualifications

What you will need to succeed

• A degree in civil or environmental engineering
• Registered as an Engineer in Training (EIT) in New Brunswick or eligible to be licensed within 6 months, with willingness to obtain registrations in other provinces/territories as required
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in the consulting industry preferred

Experience

• Experience and knowledge of water and wastewater treatment equipment/facilities, pumping stations, and community infrastructure
• Knowledge of the functional and detailed design of integrated municipal infrastructure including roads, sewers, and watermains
• Understanding of design and implementation activities including drawing development, reports, tendering, and contract administration
• Proficient in AutoCAD; working knowledge of Civil 3D or Revit is an asset
• Knowledge of relevant municipal/provincial engineering standards and regulatory requirements
• Experience with design drawings, contract documents, tendering, construction administration, and commissioning is preferred
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and manage client and regulator relationships
• Knowledge of emerging technologies for water and wastewater treatment
• Demonstrated teamwork and coordination abilities; proficient in proposal preparation and presentations
• Experience with process modeling software such as SUMO is an asset
• Motivation for personal and professional growth and a desire to contribute to a growing enterprise focused on technical excellence and client service
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to network professionally
• Self-awareness and responsible behavior on job sites
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment

Why choose Dillon

Dillon is an employee-owned consulting firm focused on planning, engineering, environmental science, and management. We value technical excellence, innovation, and superior client service.

• Employee ownership with an Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including a generous retirement savings plan
• Student loan repayment assistance with employer matching
• Early Career Development program to accelerate the growth of new graduates
• Flexible work hours and remote work options
• Focus on innovation and continuous improvement
• Employee and Family Assistance program and wellness benefits

About Dillon

Dillon is a Canadian, employee-owned firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management. We work with clients to deliver committed, collaborative, and inventive solutions across Canada.