Civil Engineering Co Op

Job Responsibility:

Description

Your role at GEI. The successful candidate, under the direction of a senior civil engineer, will be responsible for supporting engineering analysis and design for a variety of municipal servicing, linear infrastructure and infrastructure planning projects. GEI is seeking aspiring professionals who have a positive impact on GEI's Civil team and are interested in working collaboratively with a talented team of design, management, and technical leaders on a wide range of infrastructure planning, renewal, design and construction projects. This position will support GEI's Civil practice in our Markham, Ontario office, which provides services in a wide range of settings. Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Support the development of civil engineering design for municipal linear infrastructure including watermains, sanitary sewer, forcemains, storm sewer, outfalls and roads.
• Design site civil design including grading, yard piping, and driveway access.
• Collaborate with other design disciplines.
• Support the permitting and approvals processes.
• Support management of construction activities and provide field support services (including survey and inspection).
• Prepare preliminary and detailed designs reports.
• Assist with the preparation of tender packages and construction cost estimates.
• Support work to complete Area Servicing Plans in support of Secondary Plans, Block Plans and other large-scale development areas;
• Assisting with delivery of other civil projects supporting our Land Development, Structural, Linear or Water/Wastewater design teams, as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrolment in a Civil Engineering program at an accredited University
• Desire to work on Civil design and/or field experience
• Strong organizational, oral, written communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to objectively to evaluate problems and opportunities.
• Experience with CAD (Civil 3D/MicroStation/etc.) and/or GIS (ArcMap/QGIS/etc.) is considered an asset.
• Motivation continuously to learn, broaden experience and to enhance engineering knowledge and qualifications.
• Physical and environmental requirements for this position are available upon request.

We are GEI. Some of the world's most pressing problems - from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply - need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow. We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients' most complex challenges. With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here. In 2023, GEI merged with GM BluePlan, an Ontario-based engineering, management, and technology consulting company. The merger adds GM BluePlan's nationally recognized expertise in asset management and infrastructure planning to the GEI family, furthering our growth and expansion in Canada. Employee-owned. Employee-focused. As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs - we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded - which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI's career site here. GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program including Health Care and Wellness Spending Accounts
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• RRSP Program
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• And More…

GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.