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Junior Civil Engineering Technologist/Technician
Job Type Full Time
Location Owen Sound
Your Opportunity
This position offers a unique opportunity to develop a broad range of technical, field, and professional skills while working on diverse municipal infrastructure and building projects. As part of our team, you will be involved in both office and field activities, including AutoCAD drafting and design support for bridges, culverts, roads, and building projects; preparation of tender and contract documents; condition assessment reporting; construction inspection; surveying and field measurements; bridge and culvert inspections; and site investigations. Working alongside experienced engineers and technologists, you will gain exposure to all stages of project delivery, from assessment and design through construction and completion. This role also provides opportunities to develop project coordination, client communication, and project management skills while contributing to projects that have a meaningful impact on local communities.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Prepare AutoCAD and Civil 3D drawings and supporting documentation for municipal infrastructure, bridge and culvert rehabilitation, and building-related engineering projects.
- Assist with the preparation of tender documents, technical specifications, quantity calculations, cost estimates, and engineering reports for a variety of public and private sector projects.
- Conduct field investigations, surveys, site measurements, inspections, and data collection to support engineering assessments, designs, and rehabilitation projects.
- Provide construction inspection and contract administration support, including documenting site activities, monitoring construction progress, and reviewing completed work for conformance with project requirements.
- Assist with bridge and culvert inspections, structural condition assessments, and the preparation of inspection reports, recommendations, and asset management documentation.
- Collaborate with engineers, clients, contractors, and municipal staff to support successful project delivery from planning through construction.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- 3 to 5 years of experience related to civil engineering or municipal infrastructure is considered an asset
- Self-motivated, hardworking individual looking to expand their technical, field, and project coordination skills while working in a team environment
- Experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
- Experience with surveying, construction inspection, contract administration, or field investigations would be considered an asset but is not necessary.
- Experience with Provincial, Municipal and Conservation Authority Standards would be an asset but not necessary.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with engineers, clients, contractors, and municipal staff
- Ability to obtain and maintain Certified Engineering Technologist or Technician designation
Education and Experience
- -College diploma in Civil Engineering.
- -OACETT Membership or Designation (C.E.T, C.Tech, A.Sc.T) is an asset.
What We Offer
Pearson Engineering is comprised of experienced and recognized professionals focused on providing innovative solutions to complex challenges. Pearson Engineering provides technically competent, cost-effective solutions to our clients while providing the highest level of service possible.
We are very involved with the community and our staff and their families regularly participate in events year-round, including a staff golf tournament and family BBQ each summer, a family Christmas dinner, various outings and our company has a casual sponsored running team that participates and numerous community fun runs.
Company Profile
Pearson Engineering Ltd. is a civil and structural consulting engineering firm providing land development services to private sector clients and infrastructure design services to municipalities and provincial and federal government. We provide cost-effective and innovative design and project management services for land development, structural and municipal civil projects.
Pearson Engineering was started in 2006 and we have experienced consistent growth in size and reputation, and we are committed to continuing this trend. This growth is founded on our service commitment to our clients and clear communication is paramount to our corporate values.
We have openings in our Barrie, GTA, Ottawa and Owen Sound office for hard-working, team-oriented individuals looking for opportunities to utilize and grow their skillset and be part of an exciting/growth-oriented company in the GTA and beyond.