Civil Designer, Western Canada
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Come Grow with Us!
Established in 1949, Midwest is an employee-owned professional land surveying firm providing geomatics deliverables designed for oil & gas, utility, construction, and municipal applications through our eight offices in Saskatchewan and Alberta. We focus on building lasting relationships with clients by providing industry-leading project solutions that are customer-centric and technology driven. Our success is defined by engaged employees, unbending safe work practices, loyal clients and doing the right thing.
We are currently seeking a full-time Designer (Civil) to join our team at one of our office locations. We welcome applicants who live near, or are able to work from, any of our locations across Western Canada. Explore Midwest for a map of our offices.
Summary Of Responsibilities
Working under the direct supervision of the Drafting Manager, you will be responsible for preparing grading designs, as-built and 3D models using GIS/CAD software on Windows platform stations. Your duties will include and are not limited to:
The successful candidate will have:
We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. APPLICANT MUST BE LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN CANADA. Validation of eligibility will be required if selected for an interview.
Established in 1949, Midwest is an employee-owned professional land surveying firm providing geomatics deliverables designed for oil & gas, utility, construction, and municipal applications through our eight offices in Saskatchewan and Alberta. We focus on building lasting relationships with clients by providing industry-leading project solutions that are customer-centric and technology driven. Our success is defined by engaged employees, unbending safe work practices, loyal clients and doing the right thing.
We are currently seeking a full-time Designer (Civil) to join our team at one of our office locations. We welcome applicants who live near, or are able to work from, any of our locations across Western Canada. Explore Midwest for a map of our offices.
Summary Of Responsibilities
Working under the direct supervision of the Drafting Manager, you will be responsible for preparing grading designs, as-built and 3D models using GIS/CAD software on Windows platform stations. Your duties will include and are not limited to:
- Producing accurate and detailed drafting products using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other related modelling programs
- Analysis and creation of surfaces with the use of spatial data such as Lidar, Terrestrial Scanner and other survey formats
- Prepare site grading, road, pipeline corridor and pad facility designs
- Prepare As-built plans
- Compare site designs with as-builts
- Calculate earthwork volumes
- Understanding survey plan content
- Understanding layers, line types and individual client requirements
- Using multiple communication tools, interacting regularly with internal and external clients to deliver optimal product
The successful candidate will have:
- A diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Geomatics
- Highly proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D, global mapper and terrestrial scanning software used for modelling oil and gas facilities is considered an asset.
- 0-5 years experience in the survey industry, oil and gas, and the municipal drafting industry is preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and projects
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail a must!
- Demonstrates accuracy, neatness, and professionalism in the development of drafting products.
- Able to prioritize multiple responsibilities and projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Critical and creative thinker with an aptitude for problem solving
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Capable of taking instruction while working independently in a highly collaborative team.
- Employer paid benefits package includes a flexible health spending account, extended health coverage, prescription coverage, emergency travel, life insurance, wellness fund, personal/sick days, and Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee Education Assistance Program supports a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Generous vacation policy.
- Employee recognition program.
- Compassionate employer who welcomes you to bring your whole self to work.
- Outstanding work environment that focuses on teamwork and collaboration.
We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. APPLICANT MUST BE LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN CANADA. Validation of eligibility will be required if selected for an interview.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Prepare grading designs, as-built plans, and 3D models using AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS/CAD software, and survey data. Develop site, road, pipeline corridor, and facility pad designs; compare designs with as-builts, calculate earthwork volumes, and coordinate with internal and external clients.
Requirements
A diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Geomatics is requested, and 0–5 years of experience in surveying, oil and gas, or municipal drafting is preferred. Candidates should be proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and demonstrate strong communication, organization, accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects.
Skills
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Global Mapper
- GIS
- CAD
- Civil Design
- Grading Design
- 3D Modeling
- Surface Analysis
- Lidar Data
- Terrestrial Scanning
- Survey Data
- Earthwork Volume Calculation
- As-Built Plans
- Communication
- Organization
- Attention to Detail
Benefits
- Flexible Health Spending Account
- Extended Health Coverage
- Prescription Coverage
- Emergency Travel Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Fund
- Personal and Sick Days
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Education Assistance Program
- Vacation
- Employee Recognition Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Energy
- Construction
- Technology
Keywords
- Civil Engineering Technology
- Geomatics
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Global Mapper
- GIS
- CAD
- Windows Platform
- Grading Design
- Site Design
- Road Design
- Pipeline Corridors
- Oil and Gas Facilities
- 3D Modeling
- Surface Analysis
- Lidar
- Terrestrial Scanning
- Survey Data
- As-Built Plans
- Earthwork Volumes
- Survey Plans
- Drafting
- Municipal Drafting
- Spatial Data
- Client Requirements
- Project Coordination