Urban Systems is hiring a

Civil Engineering Technologist

Edmonton, Canada

We are looking for candidates with their own unique talents. If you don’t meet 100% of the preferred skills outlined in this job posting, tell us why you’d be a great fit for Urban Systems in your cover letter! 

 

About the Opportunity

Our growing Edmonton office is looking to add a highly capable Civil Engineering Technologist to our team to deliver excellent service to our Municipal and Indigenous clients across Central and Northern Alberta. 

As a Civil Engineering Technologist, you will be responsible for working alongside our team of engineering, planning, and drafting specialists to translate high-level conceptual designs from preliminary through to detailed design. Coupled with the diverse learning and project experience opportunities, do you see yourself excited to contribute to…

  • Supporting engineering personnel in the field with design, drawing production, and/or construction specifications.
  • Ensuring quality control of your work and effectively communicating with project leaders.
  • Performing a variety of defined assignments with independent judgment.
  • Supporting field design, field surveying, and drafting.
  • Assisting with project timelines and ensuring deadlines are met.

 

About You

 Our preferred candidate is a graduate of an Engineering Design & Drafting Technology or Civil Engineering Technology program with 2 to 5 years of experience and possesses the following skills, strengths, and interests:

  • You are proficient in Civil 3D and are excited to learn new software.
  • You are proficient with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office software. 
  • You have a keen eye for detail and take great pride in your work, in projects both large and small. 
  • You have strong written and oral communication skills for communicating with team members and clients.
  • You are committed to ongoing personal and professional development. 
  • You have experience supporting and conducting field design, surveying, and drafting.
  • You are certified or eligible for certification with ASET or an equivalent Provincial association.
  • You have a valid class 5 driver's license or equivalent.

 

About Us

Urban Systems is a Canadian employee-owned interdisciplinary community consulting firm. We are united in our mission to transform communities everywhere into vibrant places where people want to live today, tomorrow, and forever.

At Urban Systems, vibrant communities are everything—including our own work community. Since 1975, we have grown to more than 700 people with 18 offices across Canada. Every day, our purpose-driven team works closely with our clients and their communities to deliver impactful work. We are proud to work with diverse clients, including Indigenous communities, all levels of government, commercial and residential land developers, and the natural resource sector.

We care for our communities and for our people. It’s our differences that make us exciting, and our shared belief in Urban Systems that binds us together. We’re searching for the creative and passionate and the curious and courageous to join us in creating meaningful and generational change in communities.

 

Our Commitment to You

Are you looking for opportunities to participate in challenging projects and work with multiple stakeholders? Join a diverse and supportive group of professionals at Urban Systems and take part in impactful work building vibrant communities across Canada. Here’s what you can expect as a team member at Urban Systems:

  • Competitive Compensation and Benefits. You’ll receive competitive compensation, extended health, dental, vision care coverage, and more. This position will have a salary range of $63,000.00 - $79,000.00 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The range is negotiable based on your skillset and experience.
  • Paid Time Off. We encourage all team members to take time off to recharge. Enjoy 3 weeks of paid vacation to start, in addition to statutory days off throughout the year.
  • Learn and grow. Your professional growth and development are supported here. You are encouraged to take initiative and shape your career through coaching, in-house learning, technical courses, and more.
  • Work with Interdisciplinary Teams. Amazing things happen when you mix creativity, curiosity, teamwork, and a strong desire to collaborate and innovate. You will be part of diverse, interdisciplinary teams to deliver important projects for our clients and their communities.
  • Flexible Hours & Work Environment. You have a life outside of work. We offer flexibility in your work schedule and work environment to help you do your best work and meet your commitments.
  • Saving for the Future. To help you achieve your long-term retirement goals, we offer a Long-Term Matching Program that matches your contributions (up to 5%) to an RRSP or TFSA.
  • Support through Transitions. You will be supported through life’s moments and transitions, big or small, including top-ups for parental leave for both biological and adoptive parents.
  • Create Lasting Community Impact. 98% of Urban Systems employees believe that the work we do is important. Join a team of like-minded leaders and work together to bring impactful community projects to life!

 

How to Apply

If this describes your background, skills and attributes, please visit our website for more information and submit your resume and cover letter. If it doesn’t describe you exactly, but you feel you are well suited to this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Deadline for applications:  Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at 9:00 am MDT

 

All resumes are reviewed by someone on our recruitment team. If you have individual needs or requirements and request assistance throughout the application process, please get in touch with our recruitment team by email at [email protected] so we can better support you.

Urban Systems is an equal-opportunity employer. We strive to create an inclusive culture for all employees. Our clients come from all walks of life and so do you. We believe that diversity and unity amongst our teams leads to building vibrant communities

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