Civil Engineering Technologist Job Toronto area,Ontario Canada,Engineering

At Rimkus, our Built Environment Solutions team combines global reach with local expertise to shape the future of the built environment. Our engineers, architects, and technical specialists deliver innovative solutions that prioritize sustainability, resiliency, and long-term value. From design to operations, we help clients reduce risk, extend asset life, and cut costs—while making a real impact on how communities live and work.

Joining Rimkus means being part of a forward-thinking team that’s solving today’s challenges and building tomorrow’s possibilities.

The Salary Range for this position is $63,900 - $95,900 and is dependent on education, experience, location and certifications/licensure.

Overview:

We are seeking a Junior to Intermediate Civil Engineering Technologist to join our team in Toronto, Ontario. This role is suited for candidates with practical, hands-on experience in Civil 3D design, including grading and drainage, and prior involvement in site development and/or municipal roadway projects.

You will work on a variety of projects including pavement rehabilitation, parking lot expansions, roadway improvements, and municipal infrastructure upgrades, with involvement across the full project lifecycle from design and drafting through to construction support and field coordination.

This position includes a combination of office and field responsibilities, and the successful candidate will be expected to attend project sites as required.

Our team offers a collaborative environment where individuals are expected to contribute to project delivery, build practical technical skills, take on increasing responsibility, and develop into more advanced design and coordination roles over time.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Technical Delivery

Assist in the preparation of engineering designs, drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and tender documents for civil infrastructure and asphalt pavement projects

Develop grading, servicing, and roadway drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D

Convert preliminary concepts and markups into detailed design drawings and tender-ready packages

Interpret survey and topographic data to develop practical grading and drainage solutions

Support the design of parking lot rehabilitation and expansions, roadway reconstruction and intersection improvements, and sidewalks, curbs, and accessibility features

Assist in pavement condition assessments, preparing tender documents and technical reporting

Project Coordination & Administration

Assist Project Managers and Practice Leaders with monitoring and updating project scope, quantities, budgets, and schedules

Coordinate with internal team members and subconsultants to meet project schedules and deliverables

Assist in preparing municipal submissions and coordinating with approval authorities

Coordinate with clients and contractors for Pre-Tender, Pre-Construction, and Close-Out meetings

Maintain organized project documentation and ensure timely and accurate deliverables

Field Coordination & Site Work

Conduct site visits, inspections, and field reviews for ongoing construction projects

Perform periodic site observations, review contractor submissions, and prepare field observation reports

Liaise with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout project execution

Qualifications & Experience

Education

Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a related field

Progress toward CET (OACETT) or similar designation is considered an asset

Additional coursework or training in Civil 3D, grading design, or municipal engineering is an asset.

Experience

1–3 years of experience in civil/site development, pavement, or municipal infrastructure projects

Hands-on experience in Civil 3D design, including grading, drainage, and site layout development

Exposure to parking lot rehabilitation, Construction Field testing, roadway improvements, or site servicing projects is an asset

Experience supporting projects through design, tendering, and construction phases is an asset

Experience with construction site coordination or contract administration is an asset

Technical Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, including:

Surface modeling (TIN surfaces, breaklines)

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