Company Description
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Your future starts here.
Join Egis, where your ambition meets unparalleled growth opportunities. As we continue to expand within Canada, we're looking for talented professionals like you to be a part of our innovative team. Imagine working alongside over 1,000 top-tier engineers, architects, and planners, all dedicated to shaping the future of infrastructure and development.
At Egis, your skills and aspirations will find the perfect environment to thrive. Elevate your career with us and be a driving force in our exciting journey.
Our values showcase everything we believe in:
A Responsible Company - We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do.
A People-First Company - This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are.
A Creative Company - Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.
Job Description
The Role:
A Transportation Design Technologist plays a vital role in the development and implementation of transportation infrastructure projects. Their responsibilities typically include the preparation of design and tender packages including report preparation, quantity calculations, cost estimates, detailed plans and drawings, and preparing models for roads, highways, bridges, and other transportation systems. They collaborate closely with our team of engineers and technologists to ensure that designs meet regulatory standards, client requirements, and safety protocols. Additionally, they may conduct site visits, analyze data, and provide construction technical support to inform project decisions.
Strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a working understanding of transportation design principles are essential for success in this role.
As a member of the Western Canada Infrastructure team, you will be responsible for contributing to our project teams during all phases of the project lifespan, including proposals, design, tender preparation and construction project phases.
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Completing geometric designs of highways, municipal roads, and intersection improvements, including new/greenfield and rehabilitation projects in a rural or urban setting.
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Assisting in the preparation of proposals, including interpreting Requests for Proposals, conducting site visits and identifying project risks and solutions.
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Developing preliminary and detailed engineering deliverables including reports, plans, quantities, cost estimates, and contract/tender documents.
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Coordinating project requirements with environmental, geotechnical, illumination, land acquisition and other sub-consultants as necessary.
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Assisting other transportation Engineers and Technologists, including completing, reviewing and checking completed work against established guidelines and standards.
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Interpreting and implementing standards from provincial and federal regulatory bodies.
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Maintaining positive client relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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Collaborating with design teams within other operating locations within Alberta.
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Maintaining a safe working environment by complying with all safety codes, guidelines, and regulations forming our Health, Safety & Environmental management system.
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Travel to sites or project meetings, including overnight stays, may be necessary.
Qualifications
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Completion of technical diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Engineering Design and Drafting Technology or an equivalent program.
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Registered with ASET or equivalent as a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) or Technologist in Training (T.T.).
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Minimum 5 to 10 years of progressive consulting experience completing transportation projects for Alberta Transportation & Economic Corridors or Municipal clients.
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Ability to read and understand survey plans and drawings.
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Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD and Civil 3D software would be considered a strong asset.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
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Strong attention to detail, problem solving skills and ability to think creatively.
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Ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team.
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Ability to work in a hybrid work environment from an office, site or home setting.
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Possess a valid driver's license and have access to a vehicle with valid registration and insurance.
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Provide a 3-year driver’s record.
Additional Information
Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates.
This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.
At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.
