Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Transportation Designer - ( 2400034U )

Description

We create great places and the connections that get people and goods moving—whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

Your Opportunity

The role of a Transportation Designer is to work as a team member on roadways, bridge and culvert/hydraulic projects under the guidance of an Engineer. The Transportation Designer will utilize their knowledge and experience to contribute to a variety of projects ranging from conceptual design through to construction services.

A Transportation Designer will perform a variety of tasks which may include assisting with the development of conceptual and detailed engineered plans, and construction administration/support of structures and facilities such as bridges, railroads, roads, airports, other projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Completion of various design and drafting tasks for transportation projects.

• Preparation of contract drawings and support with the development of tender specifications.

• Assist in the preparation of reports, studies, evaluations and cost estimates.

• Assist with or performing periodic field reviews and site visits when required.

• Provide topographic layouts, and calculate quantities including earthworks (excavation, backfill, stockpiles), water volumes and surface areas, construction layouts.

• Review shop drawings and other support documents for construction.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Minimum 5 years working experience within the transportation design sector in Canada. 10 years is considered an asset.

• Design experience related to bridges, roads, land development or other heavy civil engineering projects is an asset.

• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, Open Roads, SoftTree, and other design software is an asset.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.

• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity and innovation.

• Ability to juggle multiple deliverables and projects is an asset.

• Takes initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the design team.

• Knowledge of T.A.C. (Transportation Association of Canada) and other applicable Canadian standards is considered an asset.

• Must have a valid Driver’s license.

Education and Experience

• Some formal education (technologist or engineering) combined with appropriate work experience is preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience. Position is primarily expected to occur within an office environment. Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : Canada-Saskatchewan-Saskatoon

Other Locations : Canada-Saskatchewan-Regina

Organization : BC-1110 Transpt-CA Saskatchewan

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Entry Level

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Aug 16, 2024, 7:37:15 AM

Req ID: 2400034U

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans