Civil CAD Designer

Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a Civil CAD Designer for immediate employment in Halifax, NS, Moncton, NB or Sydney, NS. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of civil engineering technology, be proficient in Civil 3D CAD software, be confident using surveying equipment including GPS and total station and have proven experience in the surveying/design/inspection of municipal infrastructure. The Civil CAD Designer will be expected to work within a team environment and be able to communicate effectively with other project team members and customers. The successful candidate will be expected to support in the delivery of infrastructure to customers primarily within the municipal water, wastewater and stormwater sectors.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Design for municipal infrastructure using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroStation.
• Road reconstruction, land development, stormwater management and site plan design.
• Lot grading design, surveying, and inspection/certification.
• Working on complex data sets in conjunction with other CAD and GIS technical staff.
• Ensuring overall data quality and integrity.
• Prepare civil design drawings and design calculations.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for civil projects.
• Prepare documentation for design projects and reports.
• Undertake quality control procedures.
• Assures that engineering-related issues are promptly relayed to the Project Manager for action and follows up to assure timeliness of resolution efforts.
• Occasional construction site inspection.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology (or equivalent).
• 2+ years of related experience in civil engineering CAD/ design.
• Design experience with surface grading, watermain, sewer pipe networks, and detailed design.
• Experience working with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Experience performing topographic surveys using a variety of surveying equipment including GPS and total station.
• Certified or eligible for certification as a C.E.T. and a member of TechNova (Society of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists of Nova Scotia) or New Brunswick Society of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (NBSCETT).

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in municipal civil engineering CAD/ design.
• Civil 3D 2016 to current versions, Bentley Microstation V8i, Inroads, OpenRoads.
• Experience creating base plans from collected survey data.
• Experience working with GIS data.
• Experience working with scanning technology (LIDAR, photogrammetry, etc.) and point clouds.
• Experience in road reconstruction design, land development, lot grading, stormwater management.
• Experience with quantity take-offs and cost estimating.

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.