CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST JOB DESCRIPTION

A Civil Engineering Technologist translates approved engineering concepts into buildable civil infrastructure. Municipal projects - water distribution, sanitary sewer, stormwater, and road design - require precise translation from preliminary sketches into permit-ready drawings, regulatory submissions, and tendered contract documents. Provincial technical associations such as A.Sc.T. set the registration standard that defines this role's accountability level on a project team. That professional standing separates it from a technician executing tasks and from a licensed engineer bearing ultimate design authority.

As a Civil Engineering Technologist, you convert design intent into detailed construction documentation for municipal infrastructure projects, coordinating regulatory approvals and tender packages while keeping schedules and budgets on track. You work across internal project teams and liaise directly with contractors, municipal clients, and affected stakeholders under the supervision of a project engineer or manager.

Career Impact: Completing projects through the full cycle from concept design to contract administration, with A.Sc.T. or equivalent registration, builds recognized standing in the municipal engineering market that opens doors to senior technologist and project lead roles.

Business Impact: Municipalities and private developers depend on accurate, code-compliant drawings and cost estimates to secure regulatory approvals and award contracts on time; errors or delays in this work push back construction starts and increase project costs directly.

Growth Opportunity: Exposure to multidisciplinary teams spanning roadway, drainage, and land development projects expands your technical portfolio and positions you for advancement into project coordination or junior engineer-in-training pathways.

• Design horizontal and vertical alignment for roadways, drainage systems, and municipal servicing in accordance with applicable standards.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents from preliminary concepts through tender-ready packages.
• Coordinate regulatory approval submissions, ensuring documentation meets municipal and provincial requirements.
• Prepare construction cost estimates and project budgets, updating them as design progresses.
• Conduct construction site inspections to verify contractor work conforms to contract documents and approved plans.
• Monitor project schedules using weekly tracking tools, reporting progress and flagging variances to the project manager.
• Liaise with contractors, municipal clients, and project stakeholders to resolve field issues and maintain alignment on scope.
• Support junior technical staff by reviewing work and providing guidance on drafting standards and field procedures.

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent technical credential in a related discipline.
• 3 or more years of municipal design and construction experience, with demonstrated involvement in water, sewer, road, or drainage projects.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD drafting software for producing engineering drawings and grading designs.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents accurately.
• Registration as an A.Sc.T. or eligibility to obtain provincial technical accreditation within a defined period.
• Experience coordinating regulatory approval processes and preparing permit application documentation.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to construction sites as project requirements dictate.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to liaise with clients and contractors professionally.

• Background in land development site servicing or solid waste facility design, including landfill or transfer station projects.
• Experience training or supervising junior technical staff on drawing standards or field inspection procedures.
• Familiarity with applicable municipal and provincial construction standards for subdivision and servicing work.
• Prior involvement in construction contract administration, including inspection records and payment approval processes.

• Construction inspection pass rate, measuring how consistently contractor work meets approved plan tolerances.
• Tender document accuracy, tracked by the number of addenda or clarifications issued after contract award.
• Regulatory approval cycle time, reflecting how efficiently permit submissions are prepared and accepted.
• Cost estimate variance at project close, comparing original budget against final contract value.
• Schedule adherence rate across assigned projects, measured against baseline Gantt milestones.
• Typical tools: 3D civil design software (commonly Civil 3D); drafting and office productivity suites (commonly AutoCAD, MS Project).

• Base Salary Range: $58,000 to $82,000 annually, depending on experience and provincial market
• Bonus: Discretionary project performance bonus, typically 3 to 7 percent of base salary
• Equity: Not typically offered at this level in the sector
• Health Benefits: Extended health, dental, and vision coverage; employer contribution standard
• PTO: 15 to 20 days annually, plus statutory holidays
• Common Perks: Corporate vehicle or mileage reimbursement for site travel; professional association dues support

Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.

Work authorization in the United States is required; candidates must be legally eligible to work without sponsorship restrictions. Employment in this role is contingent on successful completion of a background check. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, and local law. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request throughout the hiring process.

The Civil Engineering Technologist delivers ground-up earthworks planning and civil project design for crop input, grain, and corporate sites, serving as a core contributor within the construction team. Reporting to the Divisional Manager and working alongside Construction Superintendents, Draftspersons, and the CEO, this role shapes site-level outcomes by linking future planning with on-the-ground project realities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of municipal planning studies.
• Plan, design, and implement civil projects.
• Complete project pre-planning processes, including cost estimations, budgeting, and construction schedules.
• Design horizontal and vertical alignment of roadways, industrial rail siding, and loop track, including embankment.
• Design and prepare drainage and stormwater plans and other civil works.
• Develop, monitor, and update weekly Gantt charts for assigned projects.
• Provide weekly and monthly reports outlining action items.
• Maintain civil and municipal infrastructure and facilities.
• Work with the in-house legal team to define scope of work for contracts and ensure contractor compliance on site.
• Recommend payment approval of invoices for satisfactorily completed work in accordance with contract documents.
• Review existing sites proactively and provide solutions to potential issues.
• Assist in managing construction crews, including ordering parts and obtaining hot work permits.

Required Qualifications

• University degree or diploma in Municipal Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with Civil 3D CAD software technology.
• Experience supporting the planning, design, and implementation of civil projects, including roads, rail beds, hangars, parking lots, sewer, water, waste, and drainage.
• Experience with surveying equipment and design.
• Background in agricultural construction is a strong asset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication, organizational, and technical skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Valid driver's license, with willingness to travel.

Embedded within the Calgary Water Team, the Civil Engineering Technologist supports municipal and civil infrastructure projects through survey data collection, construction inspections, and contract administration. Working closely with internal staff, clients, contractors, and the public, this role builds reliable field and technical outputs that keep project delivery on track.

Core Functions

• Collect and process survey data using total station and GPS equipment.
• Conduct construction inspections and administer construction contracts for municipal and civil infrastructure projects.
• Generate cut/fill volume balances and alignment grade sheets.
• Work and collaborate professionally with internal staff, clients, contractors, and the public.
• Perform various field duties as directed by project managers.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or certificate in Civil Engineering Technology, or high school diploma with 4 or more years of relevant experience.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience in municipal or civil infrastructure work.
• Understanding of City of Calgary sewer, water, and subdivision construction standards.
• Familiarity with Civil 3D drafting and inspection of sanitary, storm, and water distribution systems and land development.
• Ability to interpret and comprehend construction drawings and specifications.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license.

Reporting to project leadership, the Civil Engineering Technologist leads the preparation of engineering designs, drawings, and full project documentation for potable water, sanitation, stormwater, and roadway projects. Partnering with contractors, clients, and multidisciplinary team members, this role delivers coordinated regulatory approvals and construction-ready outputs that meet schedule, budget, and quality standards.

Primary Duties

• Assist in producing engineering designs, drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and tender documents for potable water, sanitation, stormwater, roadway, site grading, and drainage projects.
• Take projects from preliminary concepts into engineering designs, plans, and full project documentation.
• Coordinate preparation of regulatory approval documents, construction cost estimates, and tender contracts.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure schedules, budgets, and quality control standards are met.
• Identify issues and facilitate corrective measures independently.
• Liaise with contractors, clients, and affected stakeholders.

Skills & Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology.
• Registration as an A.Sc.T. or other technical accreditation, or willingness to obtain and maintain provincial membership.
• 3 or more years of experience in municipal design and construction.
• Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D software.
• Experience in training or supervising junior technical staff is an asset.
• Excellent communication, client management, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a busy team environment.

Sitting at the intersection of civil engineering and solid waste management, the Civil Engineering Technologist owns CADD-based design and field support across water supply, sewer, road, and waste facility projects for public and private clients. Operating across multidisciplinary teams that include engineers, environmental scientists, planners, and biologists, this role shapes project delivery from preliminary design through construction oversight and stakeholder communication.

Duties

• Assist Project Managers and engineers in functional and detailed CADD design for civil and municipal infrastructure, including water supply, sewers, roads, land development, and drainage.
• Assist with solid waste projects, including facility design, evaluation, landfill gas management, leachate management, and construction oversight.
• Prepare construction drawings, contract specifications, design reports, calculations, and stakeholder communications.
• Prepare technical and financial proposals.
• Liaise with engineers, environmental scientists, planners, biologists, and other multidisciplinary team members.
• Assist with fieldwork including construction observation, monitoring, and data collection.
• Travel for business as requested.

Requirements

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology.
• Licensed as a professional engineer in Nova Scotia or eligible to be licensed within 6 months (preferred).
• 5 or more years of experience in civil and/or solid waste management for public or private clients.
• In-depth knowledge of waste management legislation, environmental assessment requirements, and municipal and provincial engineering standards.
• Functional and detailed design experience across civil, transportation, and municipal infrastructure projects, including roads, sewers, watermains, drainage, landfills, organic processing facilities, and transfer stations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D software.
• Demonstrated leadership, business development, and project team coordination capabilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

A key member of the engineering and construction team, the Civil Engineering Technologist owns the preparation and administration of underground construction contracts and supports capital budget development and electrical service design projects. Collaborating across contractor, client, and internal stakeholder groups, this role ensures construction programs conform to plans, standards, and specifications while maintaining accurate permanent field records.

Functions

• Prepare and administer underground construction contracts.
• Assist with the preparation of capital budget proposals.
• Manage construction programs and project activities.
• Conduct construction site inspections of contractor work to ensure conformance with plans, standards, and specifications.
• Assist in creating bills of materials and work orders for underground electrical distribution and new electrical service design projects.
• Complete site surveying and layout for overhead or underground construction projects.
• Maintain field and other records for permanent recording.

Experience & Qualifications

• Graduate of a 3-year Electrical or Civil Engineering Technology program.
• Registered as a Certified Engineering Technologist with O.A.C.E.T.T., or eligible for registration.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant field experience with an electrical utility or related company.
• High degree of technical competence in design work.
• Proficient in Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and design programs.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or as part of a team, with keen attention to detail and a sense of urgency.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with internal and external clients.
• Valid Class G Ontario Driver's Licence with a clean driver abstract.

Reliable geotechnical outcomes and quality-assured construction depend on the Civil Engineering Technologist, who delivers laboratory testing, field QA/QC inspection, and report preparation across soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt programs. Based within a multidisciplinary project environment, this role shapes client deliverables by leading field supervision of drilling and earthworks contractors and contributing to project management and design coordination.

Accountabilities

• Perform laboratory testing, including Proctor, Gradation, Hydrometer, Atterberg Limits, Concrete, and Asphalt tests in conformance with ASTM, AASHTO, and CSA standards and CCIL certification requirements.
• Maintain equipment calibration, participate in quality audits, and report non-conformances to the lab supervisor.
• Conduct data gathering, interpretation, and entry of test results to produce final reports for review and distribution.
• Monitor geotechnical instrumentation in the field.
• Perform construction QA/QC, inspection, and supervision, including field nuclear density compaction testing, subgrade inspection, and concrete testing.
• Undertake field supervision of drilling and earthworks contractors.
• Participate in project management, coordination, and design of field programs.
• Assist in data analysis, interpretation, and preparation of reports and recommendations for clients.

Technical Qualifications

• Completion or pending completion of post-secondary education in Civil Engineering Technology or a related discipline.
• CCIL Certifications are considered an asset, along with training in Standard First Aid, WHMIS, H2S Alive, and Ground Disturbance.
• Previous experience in lab or field materials testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt materials.
• Working knowledge of ASTM, AASHTO, and CSA testing procedures.
• Mathematical proficiency required for laboratory and field testing applications.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word and Excel.
• Strong time management, organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Physically able to lift to 25 kg repeatedly and work in noisy, dusty, and outdoor environments using appropriate PPE.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours as required.
• Valid Canadian driver's license in good standing.