Professional Civil Engineer

Job Responsibility:

Krech Ojard & Associates, Inc. is looking to hire a Professional Engineer. The ideal canidate would be responsible professional office and field engineering work, including major design projects or major construction projects. Under general direction of the Infrastructures Services/Civil Engineering Department Manager this individual should be able to carry out the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

· Prepares and/or supervises technicians who compile specifications related to civil engineering projects. For example, roads, bridges, sewer and storm drainage, water supply, structures or related facilities.

· Interact with other engineering disciplines on multi-discipline projects

· Prepares proposals, specifications, cost estimates, reports, presentations, and contract documents for engineering projects.

· Performs, directs, or supervises engineering inspection of construction of civil engineering projects and/or feild surveys.

· Performs or supervises the testing of construction materials.

· Prepares engineering reports on the progress and completion of projects.

· Performs other related functions as assigned or apparent.

Qualifications/Education

Education: Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering. (Extensive experience in civil engineering or related field and classification as Licensed or Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng) may be substituted for required education.)

Experience: Five years experience in professional civil engineering design and construction or other related engineering work. Must be Licensed or a Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng), or have the ability to obtain same within six months of employment.

Requirements: Applicant must have a valid drivers license and a clean driving record

Desired Capabilities/Qualities

· Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices applied to project design and construction.

·Knowledge of the basic principles and practices of engineering field and office work, including drafting and surveying.

· Knowledge of principles, methods, equipment and materials used in construction of civil engineering projects.

· Ability to prepare and interpret plans and specifications and to perform or supervise the engineering inspection of project construction.

· Ability to make precise survey measurements and to make and interpret survey calculations.

· Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate and interact with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and clients/customers.

· Valid Driver's and vehicle.

· Strong problem solving skills. Accountable and dependable. Able to work in a team environment as well as independently.

· Proficient in using a computer, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook);

· Exceptional attention to detail and quality of work;

· Strong organizational, time management and prioritizing skills;

· Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and strong work ethic; and

· Ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks.

Working Conditions

· Work normal business hours but may be required to do some work in the evenings or outside normal working hours;

· Able to work on a computer for long periods of time;

· Required to spend long hours concentrating, which will require attention to detail and high levels of accuracy;

· Required to meet a number of deadlines which may cause stress; and

· Able to travel internationally if required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,866.37-$120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person