Civil Engineering Technologist/Drafting Technician

About the Opportunity

Our Vancouver Island practice is looking to add 2 enthusiastic, hardworking Civil Engineering Technologists/Drafting Technicians to our team. As a Civil Engineering Technologist/Drafting Technician, you will be responsible for working alongside our team of engineering, planning, landscape architecture, 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.
• Attending project meetings, collaborating closely with clients/contractors/internal team members whilst listening, communicating, and developing consulting and project documentation skills.
• Communicating effectively with team members and project leaders
• Completing design calculations for civil infrastructure and preparing technical reports.
• Assisting the Landscape Architecture practice in improving the quality of open spaces and communities with design and drafting production, performing site inspections, and construction administration.
• Supporting the project management design and construction of projects.
• Assisting with project timelines and ensuring deadlines are met.

About You

This is a great opportunity for recent graduates from an accredited Civil Engineering Technology or Engineering Design & Drafting program with up to 5 years of experience. The core skills that will help you succeed here include:

• You have a strong understanding of Civil 3D and AutoCAD and are excited to learn new software.
• You are proficient with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office software. 
• You have experience with linear infrastructure design, grading, and quantity calculations.
• You are able to process conventional and LIDAR survey files.
• You have a keen eye for detail and take great pride in your work, in projects both large and small.
• You are flexible and able to take on tasks as needed. You can smoothly adjust to new or changing circumstances.
• You are a self-starter that can work independently and collaborate effectively with others.
• 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 are enthusiastic about the opportunity to work on projects related to landscape architecture design, drafting, and illustration.
• You are registered or eligible for registration with ASTTBC 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 teams? 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 $65,000.00 – $85,000.00 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 & development is 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 TSFA.
• Support through Transitions. You will be supported through life’s moments and transitions, big or small, including top-up 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.

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.

Deadline for applications: Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 9:00 am PST