Municipal Civil Designer/ EIT

Job Description

AECOM's Municipal Roads Group in Burnaby is seeking a Junior Municipal Civil Designer / Engineer-in-Training to support the planning and design of municipal infrastructure across Metro Vancouver.

Our group delivers road rehabilitation and reconstruction, active transportation and transit-supportive infrastructure, and water, sanitary, and drainage servicing for municipal clients throughout the Lower Mainland. You will work directly alongside experienced Project Engineers, Project Managers, and senior Designers, and you'll see projects through the full lifecycle -from concept and functional design, through detailed design and tender, into construction support.

This is a role built for someone in the first few years of their career who wants to become genuinely good at municipal design. You will be given real design work, real mentorship, and a clear path toward professional registration.

What you'll do

Design production

• Prepare municipal civil design drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D, including alignments, profiles, corridors, surfaces, grading, and cross-sections
• Develop designs for road reconstruction and rehabilitation, intersection improvements, curb and sidewalk works, accessible pedestrian ramps, and active transportation facilities
• Design water distribution, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage systems, including pipe networks, service connections, and appurtenances
• Perform routine engineering calculations and analysis-pipe sizing and capacity checks, hydrology and minor stormwater management, roadway geometrics, and drainage design
• Identify and resolve utility conflicts, and support coordination with utility owners and third-party stakeholders
• Compile and review existing records, as-builts, survey data, and utility records to establish base plans

Documentation and delivery

• Prepare quantity take-offs and construction cost estimates
• Assist in assembling tender packages, including drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Contribute to technical memoranda, design briefs, options analyses, and engineering reports
• Support municipal permitting and approval submissions
• Apply AECOM's Quality Management System (QMS) procedures to all deliverables, and incorporate review comments from senior staff

Field and construction support

• Attend site visits to gather data, verify existing conditions, and support design decisions
• Provide construction-phase support including responses to RFIs, shop drawing review, site inspection, and assistance with progress claims and change documentation

Working as part of the team

• Perform defined portions of larger assignments under the direction of an experienced engineer, with moderate supervision
• Deliver assigned work within agreed budget and schedule, and flag discrepancies or issues early
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across transportation, water, environment, structures, and geotechnical
• Participate in client and stakeholder meetings, and support engagement material preparation

Qualifications

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, or a two-year diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from a recognized institution
• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC, or as an AScT / C.Tech. with ASTTBC
• 2+ years of municipal civil design experience in a consulting or municipal environment (relevant co-op and internship terms count toward this)
• Working proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Valid BC Class 5 driver's licence and access to a vehicle

Preferred qualifications

• Working knowledge of MMCD design and construction documents, and familiarity with CCDC contracts
• Familiarity with Metro Vancouver municipal design standards and supplementary specifications (City of Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Richmond, New Westminster, North Vancouver, and similar)
• Familiarity with the TAC Geometric Design Guide and B.C. Supplement to TAC, the BC Active Transportation Design Guide, and MUTCDC
• Demonstrated Civil 3D depth-corridor modelling, assemblies and subassemblies, surface creation from survey data, pipe and pressure networks, and plan/profile sheet production
• Exposure to hydraulic or hydrologic modelling software (PCSWMM, InfoWorks ICM, WaterCAD/WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, HEC-RAS)
• Experience with quantity take-offs and construction cost estimating
• Field experience- construction inspection, materials testing, or contract administration
• Familiarity with erosion and sediment control requirements and municipal environmental permitting
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS or QGIS
• Strong technical writing skills and comfort preparing reports and memoranda
• Actively pursuing P.Eng. licensure with EGBC, including competency reporting
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Attention to detail and quality control.
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally.

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position

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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.