Civil Technologist
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Contract Length: 4 Months
Location: Saskatoon , Saskatchewan
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Raise is currently hiring a Civil Technologist on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader. Our Client is a Canadian global leader in exploration, mine engineering, and environmental protection.
Note: The primary pay rate is based on the rate for an incorporated contractor who owns their own business. However, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in a T4 arrangement, where applicable.
Description
The Civil Technologist will join our our Technical Services (-TS) team. In this role, you will play a key part in the execution of civil engineering design work across various mining and industrial projects. Working closely with civil engineers and multi-disciplinary project teams, you will be responsible for developing detailed 3D models, 2D construction drawings, and complete execution packages that drive site safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
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Civil Engineering & Technical Design
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Perform civil design and drafting for industrial mining infrastructure projects within the -TS framework.
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Collaborate directly with Civil Engineers to support model development, 2D layout production, and detailed construction drawings.
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Ensure all civil design work strictly adheres to ’s internal processes, standards, design criteria, and applicable regulatory requirements.
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Maintain strict quality control through self-checking, peer checks, and accuracy verification on all technical design deliverables.
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Project Execution & Work Packages
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Prepare detailed Bill of Materials (BOMs), Material Take-Offs (MTOs), and Construction Work Packages (CWPs).
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Assemble comprehensive, site-ready construction packages in alignment with project schedules and execution strategies.
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Apply relevant provincial, national, and industry-specific building codes, standards, and environmental regulations to all design layouts.
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Coordination & Leadership
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Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining active collaboration within a multi-discipline engineering team.
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Provide design guidance, layout leadership, and practical drafting expertise during interdisciplinary model reviews.
Proactively identify technical design clashes or execution risks, offering practical, results-oriented solutions.
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Qualifications
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4 to 9 years of direct experience in civil design and drafting.
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Proven track record providing technical civil design expertise within a mining, heavy industrial, or major infrastructure project environment.
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Demonstrated experience preparing comprehensive CWPs, MTOs, and detailed civil construction details from concept through final issue.
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Advanced CAD Proficiency: Extensive, hands-on experience using AutoCAD and Civil 3D for surface modeling, site grading, road alignments, and utility layouts.
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Specialized Software Knowledge: Proficiency or strong working knowledge with Navisworks (3D coordination/clash detection) and AutoTurn (vehicle swept-path analysis).
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Codes & Standards: Sound working knowledge of Canadian civil engineering codes, municipal/provincial regulations, and industrial mining design standards.
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Leadership & Initiative: Self-starter who takes ownership of deliverables and leads by example in design accuracy and safety-first principles.
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Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for clear interaction with engineers, project managers, and site personnel.
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Teamwork: Ability to seamlessly integrate and coordinate across discipline teams (structural, mechanical, electrical) under tight project deadlines.
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Education and Certifications
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Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited post-secondary institution.
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Professional registration (or eligibility for registration) as a C.T.T. (Certified Engineering Technologist) with ASET, SASTT, or an equivalent provincial association is preferred.
Additional Information
As this is a safety Sensitive Role Pre-access substance testing will be required
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Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we’re a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity.
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