Civil Designer

Civil Designer - ( 250000S4 )

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 design services that fit the needs of our clients. Join our New Haven team and get involved with transformative projects that help us keep communities connected.

Your Opportunity

The role of a Civil Designer is to work as a team member on small and large projects under the guidance of a Senior Engineer. The Civil Designer will work under close supervision of a Senior Engineer to develop skills in evaluating, selecting, specifying, and designing civil engineering components for our growing project backlog. A Civil Designer will perform a variety of tasks which may include assisting with the plans and designs of various infrastructure projects throughout the Northeast.

Your Key Responsibilities

Use knowledge of the general concepts of relevant civil engineering elements including the design of roadways, drainage, grading, water and sewer and land development projects.

Assist team in preparing drawings and reports; conduct basic calculations and perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Assist team in preparing construction contract documents, project proposals, change orders, plans and reports

Attend and assist in client / contractor / stakeholder meetings to gain a better understanding of client’s goals

Perform field work as directed by a senior engineer / designer

Monitors own work to ensure keeping on set schedule

Utilize relevant software programs to prepare exhibits and complex working drawings; continue to develop skills using software programs for design and / or drafting

Assists with engineering duties on projects of various complexity

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

General understanding of general concepts of relevant areas of civil design

Experience in AutoCAD (Civil 3D preferred) and / or MicroStation

EIT (or pending) preferred (not required)

Excellent oral, written and graphic communication skills

Ability to work in a faced paced environment

Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgement, creativity, and innovation

Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate concepts and ideas to others

Takes initiative on tasks and coordinates with other members of the design team

Ability to create and interpret sketches, drawings, and various elements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related field. Minimum of 0-2 years of experience. Co-op / Internship experience preferred. Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work.

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 have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, 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 family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary / casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

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 : United States-Connecticut-New Haven

Organization : BC-1923 Transpt-US Northeast Infrastructure

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Feb 25, 2025, 6 : 44 : 31 AM

Req ID : 250000S4

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