Civil Engineering Technologist

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Civil Engineering Technologist

At TRUE, our purpose is rooted in building genuine, long-term relationships with our clients and our team. We believe that trust and honesty are the foundations of strong connections, and we approach our work with the goal of supporting not just projects, but people. This philosophy shapes our culture and our day-to-day work. We prioritize well-being, value quality relationships, and invest in a workplace where our team members can thrive.

Exceptional engineering starts with exceptional service. Thanks to our low staff turnover, our clients work consistently with a dedicated team of experienced experts who understand their unique needs and goals. This continuity enables us to deliver practical, common-sense solutions that tackle real challenges without unnecessary complexity. We believe meaningful relationships drive the best results; by staying closely connected to our clients, we exceed expectations and foster lasting trust.

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Civil Engineering Technologist to join our team in Trail, BC. This role will focus on provision of engineering services during construction – including contract preparation, contract administration, and completion of field inspections. The successful candidate will also apply construction knowledge into the design of municipal infrastructure – including roadworks, water systems, sanitary sewer systems, and storm drainage networks.

As a member of our team in Trail, you’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects throughout the Kootenays and apply your expertise in practical, client-centered ways.

The primary responsibilities of this role include:

• Conduct field surveys, inspections, and data collection to support design and construction.
• Prepare construction contracts and provide construction contract administration services.
• Complete construction inspections and reporting.

In addition, this role will involve:

• Design of infrastructure using AutoCAD Civil 3D, including creation of site grading plans, road design, and water/sewer/storm infrastructure plans and profiles.
• Collaboration and Coordination:
  Work closely with project teams – including Engineers, technologists, and other professionals to achieve project goals.

Our ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications, strengths and interests:

• 5 – 10 years’ experience in a civil engineering technology role, preferably in a municipal infrastructure environment.
• Graduate of a Civil Engineering Technology program.
• Registered or eligible to register with ASTTBC as an Applied Science Technologist.
• An outgoing, positive personality with relationship-based perspective.
• Goal oriented with ambition for continuous improvement and increased responsibility.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.
• Commitment, energy and a strong work ethic.
• Proficient with construction contract preparation and contract administration, especially using MMCD.
• Experience with field data collection including topographic survey work using robotic total station equipment.
• Experience with construction field inspections.
• Experience in creating civil infrastructure drawings with AutoCAD Civil 3D (including grading, pipe networks, and corridors).
• Class 5 Drivers License and personal vehicle are required.

TRUE has provided engineering, land surveying and planning consulting services to our municipal, First Nation and private sector clients throughout the interior of British Columbia since 1986. We have offices strategically located in Williams Lake, Kamloops, Penticton and Trail in order to efficiently support our clients in the BC interior. We are committed to the long-term success of our clients and strive to deliver professional service with a focus on creative and practical solutions.

• Work with small local government clients and local developers, guiding projects that bring meaningful change to communities.
• A family-feel atmosphere within a team of approximately 80 employees.
• Our People, Client Service, and Integrity are our core values. We believe in TRUE relationships.
• Competitive…