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GEI Consultants, Inc.

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Guelph

AI generated summary

  • You must have a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, 0+ years experience, communication skills, familiarity with Canadian codes, and a valid Ontario driver’s license.
  • You will perform structural design calculations, prepare reports, develop cost estimates, conduct field assessments, and coordinate with teams and utility agencies on various projects.

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualifications
  • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or directly related field from a recognized university.
  • 0+ years of previous professional experience in civil engineering and consulting; knowledge and familiarity with engineering design processes.
  • Ability to obtain P.Eng. in Ontario with experience.
  • Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
  • Experience with Canadian design codes, standards, specifications and guidelines within the industry such as the Ontario Building Code (OBC), Ontario Provincial Standard Specifications (OPSS) and Drawings (OPSD), Municipal and City Design Guidelines, Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code (CSA S6), the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario's Structural Manual, and Ontario Structure Inspection Manual (OSIM) will be considered an asset.
  • Willingness and ability to work from the GEI Guelph office and travel to project/client sites as required.
  • Valid Ontario driver’s license.

Responsibilities

  • Complete and review detailed structural engineering design calculations, coordinating of drawings with drafting staff.
  • Develop and evaluate design alternatives.
  • Prepare design reports and review drawings.
  • Develop cost estimates and construction specifications.
  • Assist with contract tendering and administration services.
  • Carry out field work including structural condition assessments, field measurements, and construction site reviews.
  • Coordinating with utility agencies to support projects.
  • Assisting with delivery of other civil projects supporting our Land Development, Environmental, Linear or Water/Wastewater design teams, as required.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Project Designer at GEI?

The Project Designer will contribute to GEI's structural team by working collaboratively on local road-related infrastructure and public structures, from conception and design through to construction and certification.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The minimum requirement is a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a directly related field from a recognized university, along with 0+ years of professional experience in civil engineering and consulting.

Are there any certifications required for this job?

The ability to obtain Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) status in Ontario with experience is necessary.

What skills are essential for the Project Designer role?

Essential skills include excellent technical report writing and communication skills, experience with Canadian design codes and standards, and familiarity with engineering design processes.

Does the position involve fieldwork?

Yes, the position involves carrying out fieldwork, which includes structural condition assessments, field measurements, and construction site reviews.

Is travel required for this job?

Yes, the Project Designer will need to travel to project and client sites as required.

What type of projects will the Project Designer work on?

The Project Designer will work on local road-related infrastructure, public structures, including bridges, culverts, buried structures, reservoirs, and public facility buildings.

What is GEI’s company culture like?

GEI promotes a culture driven by its 4 Cs: Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded, with a focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

What benefits does GEI offer to its employees?

GEI offers a market-competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits program, hybrid work schedules, continuing education assistance, paid holidays, and generous paid time off, among others.

Is GEI an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and considers all qualified applicants without regard to various factors considered discriminatory.

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GEI Consultants, Inc.

GEI provides the professional services that improve our world’s built environments.

1001-5000
Employees
1970
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

GEI Consultants, Inc., one of the nation’s leading geotechnical, environmental, water resources, and ecological science and engineering firms, has provided a broad range of consulting and engineering services on over 50,000 projects in 50 states and 22 countries. GEI is honored to maintain decades-long trusted advisor relationships with dozens of clients and partners nationwide. Narrow-scope projects with new clients often lead to an expanded relationship over time as we prove our technical qualifications and offer innovative solutions that improve bottom line results. A mid-sized, privately held, employee-owned firm, GEI offers direct access to nationally recognized engineers and scientists who lead client engagements, and who, in turn, are supported by and mentor some of the very best young minds in our business. We employ top talent in our fields at all levels who teach and learn in a collaborative, supportive, and stimulating environment. For more information, please visit the firm’s web site at www.geiconsultants.com.