RETURN TO JOB BOARDCivil Engineering Graduate – Land Development (2-5 Years Experience)
- Posted by: Novatech
- Closing Date: N/A
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City:
Ottawa
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Rate of Pay:
Salary
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Positions Available:
2
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Type:
Full Time
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Duration:
Permanent
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Avg. Hours/Week:
37.5
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Schedule:
Days
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Education:
University
Novatech is seeking an experienced civil engineering graduate to join our established and growing Land Development team. We are looking for an individual who is enthusiastic about using design concepts to build infrastructure for developing communities in an environmentally responsible way. If you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a dynamic team environment, this may be an ideal fit.
We believe in continuous development of our people throughout their career at Novatech. Our multi-disciplinary teams will provide mentorship to share their diverse talents and knowledge and help you further your career and understand industry standards, trends, and successful business practices.
Novatech is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees, stakeholders, and external personnel. This approach has been adopted to foster an environment that respects people's dignity, ideas, and beliefs. We demonstrate our commitment to this by providing a supportive work environment and a culture that welcomes and encourages equal opportunities for all employees. The company will comply with all applicable legislation in pursuit of these endeavours.
What you will do:
• Develop design concepts into preliminary then detailed designs, including analysis, design drawings and design reports, for grading, drainage and servicing design
• Apply current industry practices and standards to undertake engineering analysis following approved standards and procedures
• Work directly with other civil engineers, planners and landscape architects and other project team members to ensure that designs produced are consistent with and align with the overall design criteria and business objectives of the project
• Prepare construction cost estimates, tenders and construction contracts
• Undertake construction contract administration, in coordination with Novatech field inspectors
• Develop project coordination, delegating, mentoring, and, ultimately, project management skills
Tools / Technologies:
• Experience in land development engineering, including design of subdivisions and site plans
• Proficient in the following software: AutoCAD/Civil 3D; Microsoft Office applications (PCSWMM and hydraulic watermain modelling software an asset)
• Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Task oriented while keeping in mind the overall project objectives, with excellent organizational skills
• Commitment to excellence and high-quality work, with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as technical writing skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a multi-disciplinary team environment, with strong interpersonal skills
• Field experience in construction inspection and/or survey essential
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum two years related experience, five years preferred
• P.Eng. or pending
Compensation/Work Arrangements
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefit package
• 100% in-office role
Perks & Benefits
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Novatech is a multidisciplinary engineering and planning consulting firm with a dynamic team of 120+ professionals specializing in municipal and land development projects. We focus on the local and Eastern Ontario region and have built our reputation with both private and public sector clients by providing practical consulting advice and innovative solutions for more than 40 years.