Job title:
Civil Engineer, Indigenous Communities Practice
Company
Job description
Our established Vancouver office is looking to add a capable and enthusiastic Civil Engineer /
Consultant to the existing team of professionals providing quality service to our Indigenous
communities clients. Community development, municipal, and linear infrastructure
engineering is an integral part of our diverse practice at Urban Systems. In this role, you will
benefit from the support of industry professionals while working on exciting and challenging
projects that make a visible difference in many communities, including Indigenous
communities/First Nations, with the possibility of also serving local municipalities and
governments.
We are looking for someone who shares our values and is excited to provide a high level of
service to our clients. Coupled with the diverse learning and project experience opportunities,
some of your key responsibilities will include the following:
Hone your civil engineering skills, apply theory, and provide workable solutions for
infrastructure planning design and planning, including roadways, water, sanitary,
drainage, and housing.
Connect with our Indigenous clients, through continuous client relationship
strengthening and active listening, to funding opportunities and the diverse breadth
of services at Urban Systems (and beyond), including, but not limited to, Infrastructure
Planning and Engineering, Active Transportation Planning and Engineering,
Community Planning, Land Economics, Governance Policy, Economic Development
Strategy.
Build and grow relationships with existing project leaders and clients; proactively and
professionally communicate with contractors, co-workers, clients, and the general
public, providing trusted advisor and client liaison services.
Prepare technical reports, plans, studies, proposals, and presentations.
Coach and mentor younger professionals and collaborate with others to continue
building our team.
Preparing, with our design team, design drawings, construction details, specifications,
cost estimates and contract documents.
Collaborate with a diverse and interdisciplinary team of professionals to identify and
support market opportunities, practice planning, and team development.
Develop proposals, work plans, and budgets in response to clients needs and
objectives.
Collaborate with colleagues to prepare engineering designs, cost estimates, capital and
implementation plans, risk assessments, and related documentation; and
Coordinate the efforts of multi-disciplinary teams through the development of
concepts, detailed designs, and preparation of tender documents and contracts.
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To ensure a successful launch, you will be partnered with coaches and peers, who will help you
gain experience across the breadth of our interdisciplinary practice locally and across the
company to become a successful consultant and engineer at Urban Systems.
About You
The right candidate for this opportunity will be a Civil Engineer with a minimum of 5+ years of
experience and be registered or eligible for registration as a professional member with EGBC.
In addition, the following attributes would be considered a benefit to this role:
You are interested in working with Indigenous communities in BC
You have previous experience in working with Indigenous communities (will be
considered an asset but not required)
You are available to travel throughout Lower Mainland and British Columbia for project
work, including visiting communities (possess a valid class 5 driver’s license)
You have experience with engineering design and analysis of water systems, sanitary
systems, land/subdivision development, and stormwater
Demonstrated knowledge from feasibility to detailed design, and construction
administration
Demonstrated working knowledge of preparing budgets and cost estimates
Working knowledge of workplans and scope of work preparations
Working knowledge of Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) funding models will be
considered an asset
Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development
Ability to effectively deliver our services within multi-disciplinary, fast-paced, multi-year
projects
Desire to take initiative and seek out opportunities to collaborate with people of varying
backgrounds and perspectives.
Ability and desire to collaborate and communicate with clients and internal teams, with
the perspective of developing, in parallel to engineering experience, a consulting
mindset.
A keen interest in coaching and mentoring others.
Ability to work on multiple projects at a time and thrive in a self-directed work
environment.
About Us
Urban Systems is an employee-owned interdisciplinary community consulting firm with deep
Canadian roots. We are united in our mission to transform communities everywhere into
vibrant places where people want to live today, tomorrow, and forever.
At Urban Systems, vibrant communities are everything-including our own work community.
Since 1975, we have grown to more than 700 people with 18 offices across Canada. Every day,
our purpose-driven team works closely with our clients and their communities to deliver
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impactful work. We are proud to work with diverse clients, including Indigenous communities,
all levels of government, commercial and residential land developers, and the natural resource
sector.
We care for our communities and for our people. It’s our differences that make us exciting, and
our shared belief in Urban Systems that binds us together. We’re searching for the creative
and passionate and the curious and courageous to join us in creating meaningful and
generational change in communities.
Our Commitment to You
Are you looking for opportunities to participate in challenging projects and work with
multiple stakeholders? Join a diverse and supportive group of professionals at Urban
Systems and take part in impactful work building vibrant communities across Canada. Here’s
what you can expect as a team member at Urban Systems:
Competitive Compensation and Benefits. You’ll receive competitive compensation,
extended health, dental, vision care coverage, and more. This position will have a
salary range of $100,000.00 – $125,000.00 per year based on a 40-hour work week.
The range is negotiable based on your skillset and experience.
Paid Time Off. We encourage all team members to take time off to recharge and
spend time with loved ones. We offer 3 weeks of paid vacation to start, or more
depending on your career stage, in addition to statutory days off throughout the year.
Learn and grow. Your professional growth & development is supported here. You are
encouraged to take initiative and shape your career through coaching, in-house
learning, technical courses, and more.
Work with Interdisciplinary Teams. Amazing things happen when you mix creativity,
curiosity, teamwork, and a strong desire to collaborate and innovate. You will be part
of diverse, interdisciplinary teams to deliver important projects for our clients and
their communities.
Flexible Hours & Work Environment. You have a life outside of work. We offer
flexibility in your work schedule and work environment to help you do your best work
and meet your commitments.
Saving for the Future. To help you achieve your long-term retirement goals, we offer
a Long-Term Matching Program that matches your contributions to an RRSP or TSFA.
Support through Transitions. You will be supported through life’s moments and
transitions, big or small, including generous top-up for parental leave.
Create Lasting Community Impact. 98% of Urban Systems employees believe that
the work we do is important. Join a team of like-minded leaders and work together
to bring impactful community projects to life!
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How to Apply
If this describes your background, skills and attributes, please visit our website for more
information and submit your resume and cover letter. If it doesn’t describe you exactly, but
you feel you are well suited to this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
Urban Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create an inclusive culture for
all employees. Our clients come from all walks of life, and so do you. We believe that diversity
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Location
Vancouver, BC
Job date
Fri, 03 May 2024 07:08:37 GMT
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