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Junior Civil Engineering Technologist

Associated Engineering

Winnipeg, MB

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

The opportunity

Associated Engineering, a proudly Canadian, Employee-owned Company is seeking an energetic and dedicated Civil Engineering Technologist graduate to join our team in our Winnipeg office. In this role your responsibilities will include construction inspection, construction administration, surveying, survey compilation, drafting, planning, analysis, and other duties as assigned.

What we offer:

  • Competitive salaries, with annual reviews
    • Matching company pension program, increasing over time
  • Comprehensive benefits including:
    • Health/dental/vision coverage,
    • Fitness allowance,
    • Employee and family assistance programs
    • Mental health supports
  • Paid time off so that you can recharge including:
    • Generous paid vacation,
    • Paid office closure over December holiday break
    • Industry leading paid sick time
    • Maternity/paternity leave top up program
  • Ongoing support for your professional development and growth
    • Active Young Professional group
    • Formal mentoring programs
    • Paid professional development hours
    • Capacity building seminars
  • Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events
    • Company-wide social events
    • Regular lunch-and-learns
    • Community volunteer opportunities

What you’ll do

In this position, you will participate in resident field services that includes topographic and quantity surveying, construction reviews, contract administration assistance and other field work as required. Responsibilities will also include drafting of civil infrastructure projects such as water distribution systems, wastewater and stormwater collection systems, site grading and earthworks modeling, drainage improvements, storm ponds, roadways and parking lots, and infrastructure renewal and replacements.

Does this sound like you?

  • Diploma in Municipal Engineering Technology, or similar program recognized by CTTAM
  • Have, or will immediately obtain, and maintain registration with CTTAM
  • 1-5 years experience in the drafting of civil infrastructure projects, gained in an engineering workplace setting
  • Willing to develop strong skills in in the use of AutoDesk Civil 3D, as well as other CADD-based civil design software
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Committed team player
  • Demonstrated time management skills and ability to work independently
  • Proven analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Forward thinking and focused on opportunities to improve overall team performance and client service
  • Strong verbal & written communication skills
  • Experience working in the field is an asset
  • Possess a valid class 5 driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
  • Available to travel to project sites within MB
  • Able to work 10+ hour days (paid overtime), possibly for extended periods, away from home


About Us

At Associated Engineering, we’re passionate about not only the work we do but the communities we live and work in. Which is why sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a carbon neutral company since 2009, we help shape resilient and sustainable communities across Canada.

As a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008, we take pride in nurturing a workplace where people thrive. We are an employer of choice providing our people with a supportive, collaborative, engaging and dynamic place to build a career, while bringing inspiration and innovation to our work.


Our company culture is shaped by:

  • Growth and development of our employees – chart your career course, whatever stage you are at!
  • A broad variety of meaningful work that supports local communities – we are a medium-sized company working on significant projects, helping to shape communities!
  • We care, we commit, we create – our promise to both clients and each other!

What’s next? Ready to make an impact? Join a company that values your ideas, invests in your growth, and empowers you to shape the future. Apply today!

Want more information?

  • Check out what a day at Associated Engineering looks like via LinkedIn
  • Our Environmental, Social and Governance Report


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