Civil Engineer

Our client, a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm with offices in London and Kitchener, is seeking an Intermediate Civil Engineer / Project Manager to join their Civil Division.

Reporting to the Civil Division Manager, the successful candidate will be required to manage and lead projects, review (and seal if applicable) their own and others design work, direct and mentor the design team, etc.

for private and public sector projects across Ontario including land development projects for subdivisions and site plans for apartment buildings, commercial developments, parking lot replacements as well as road reconstruction projects.

This is a permanent, full-time role, with an approximate salary range of 80-140k, depending on experience and qualifications, including a performance bonus, paid overtime, RRSP matching and a competitive benefits and vacation package.

Key Responsibilities :

• Preparation of Civil Engineering Design and Documents for projects related to land development and municipal projects such as subdivisions, site plans, road reconstructions, parking lot replacements, etc.
• Design of civil infrastructure including site servicing, grading, stormwater management, watermains, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, noise studies, etc.
• Project management duties including assisting with proposals, responsible for projects from the initiating to closing phases, being the main point of contact with project stakeholders, and being knowledgeable of the Site Plan Application process and Draft Plan conditions process
• Review designs (calculations and reports) and drawings to ensure accuracy, adequacy, and conformance to the design
• Coordinate daily team priorities to achieve project milestones
• Provide technical guidance to designers and junior staff
• When required, coordination for the preparation / review of tender / contract documents and act as tender and contract administrator
• When required, coordinate / review / assist field staff with site investigations, general reviews of construction, and preparation of field review reports
• Work within the project team environment from preliminary stages of the design through to completion
• Coordinate all aspects of projects with several discipline’s designs and drawings
• Represent the company with approval authorities and third parties for coordination

Skills / Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited Canadian University preferred
• L.E.T. and relevant experience in Civil Engineering also considered
• Registered or eligible for registration as a licensed Professional Engineer with the Professional Engineers of Ontario preferred
• C.E.T., C.Tech., or PMP designations are also considered relevant designations as well as relevant experience through projects and previous references
• 4+ years of experience in Civil Engineering, with a focus on consulting / design
• Experience with Provincial and local Municipality design guidelines, the Ontario Building Code, and other applicable Canadian Engineering standards.

Knowledge of the Planning Act is considered an asset.

• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and AutoCAD suites. Preference will be given to candidates with Civil3D experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective team builder with demonstrated abilities to motivate all levels of staff
• Commitment to ongoing professional and personal growth; willingness to learn
• Adaptable and flexible to changing priorities
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organization
• Capable of working on and / or managing several projects at the same time and with the projects in different stages
• Knowledge of engineering software related to Civil engineering (EPANET, MIDUSS, others) would be considered an asset

If you would like to be considered for this role, email your resume to Claire Stone at [email protected] with the wording Job 637 - Civil Project Lead in the subject line.