Engineering | Civil Engineering Design Technologist - FT

We currently have opportunities for Civil Engineering Design Technologists based out of our offices in either Victoria, BC or Vancouver, BC. The role includes civil engineering design and drafting, with direct supervision from an engineer, construction inspection, and project support, as well as representing our brand at community events and contributing to a fun working environment.

Your Responsibilities

Apply complex engineering knowledge, skills and principles, undertaking calculations, writing reports and developing designs using applicable standards for:

• Stormwater, sanitary, and water supply drawings in support of building core infrastructure for remote communities.
• Roadworks and multimodal transportation drawings including plans, profiles, sections, and corridors in support of improving urban developments in Indigenous communities.
• Integrated water and utilities servicing concept plans for subdivision, land development and zoning plans, including detailed design drawings to support approval applications, all to assist in delivering on much-needed housing.
• Stormwater Management Plans and Erosion and Sediment Control Plans for improved environmental outcomes in enabling growth and development in Indigenous communities.

Coordination with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, subconsultants, and the public, building strong relationships and representing our brand and our values.

Qualifications & Experience

• Preference given to Indigenous individuals or those with lived experience.
• Previous experience or interest in working closely with Indigenous communities is an asset.
• Relevant degree or technical diploma in engineering, environmental science, or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of previous experience in civil engineering design and drafting.
• Complete proficiency with AutoDesk Civil 3D.
• Familiarity with MMCD, CCDC, and similar construction documents.
• General awareness, knowledge, and familiarity with applicable engineering design and construction codes and standards in BC and Indigenous communities. 
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence.

Willingness Requirements

• Attend community events including promotional sport tournaments, educational events, career fairs, university events, industry sector groups, beach clean-ups, cultural (Indigenous) events, participating and assisting where with strategic corporate activism. 
• Willingness to work as a team and deal tactfully and effectively with clients and co-workers.
• Help contribute to and build a positive and fun workplace culture. 
• The personality to work effectively in a high-demand, fast-paced environment - but knowing how to weave in a sense of humor and fun while doing it!

Gwaii Perks

• Flexible 4-day work weeks
• Employee ownership/ profit-sharing
• Health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching contributions
• Twice-weekly in-house yoga
• Social events
• Annual fitness stipend
• In-house gym

Compensation