Civil Engineer
Canada, Vancouver
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 6-9 Years
Mining
Introduction
Brunel is is seeking an Intermediate or Senior Civil Engineer to join our clients growing Mining & Metals team. You'll play a key role in the design and delivery of complex earthworks and infrastructure projects across Canada and internationally.
What are you going to do
- Deliver Civil (Earthworks) engineering design according to required timeframes and standards by supervising the performance of Civil (Earthworks) engineers, reviewing deliverables and providing high level technical expertise.
- Coordinate resources in different (and sub-consultant) offices in different time zones
- Facilitate the purchase of appropriate equipment, contract packages and bulks by specifying requirements and assisting Procurement with the purchase of equipment
- Contribute to the cost-efficient delivery of Civil (Earthworks) engineering by managing the budget and reviewing and approving Civil (Earthworks) capital cost estimates, recommending alternative approaches where possible.
- Evaluate tenders from a technical standpoint by applying multi-disciplinary knowledge and experience
- Issue drawings and other relevant information for construction by working with Engineers and Designers
- Motivate engineers and other project team members towards superior performance by supporting daily performance and providing ongoing mentoring and training
- Prepare cost effective civil and site utility designs from conceptual design through to detail design, tender and construction in accordance with local codes and standards for industrial & mining projects.
- Act as engineer of record or discipline lead, providing direction to drafting and engineering staff in the preparation of designs, design drawings, contract documents, engineering specifications and cost estimates for civil projects.
- Coordinate with project managers and various disciplines engineers and ensure consistency in execution of civil design activities to complete project work on time, on budget, and within the quality standards.
- Perform site visits, inspections, preparation of reports, functional and detailed design relating to water and wastewater distribution and collection system, storm water management facilities, grading and bulk earthworks, parking lots and roads as related to mine sites.
- Helping in proposal preparation
Essential skills and knowledgeÂ
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geological Engineering (P.Eng. or EIT working toward licensure).
- 3-10 years of experience in civil/earthworks design - preferably within the mining, metals, steel and/or heavy industrial sector.
- For Senior Level: Professional Registration: P.Eng. designation and membership with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (or eligibility for registration). Professional Engineering accreditation in the US would be an asset.
- Good, strong written and spoken English language communication skills
- Demonstrable expertise in water supply and distribution systems, stormwater drainage, sanitary sewer systems, large-scale earthworks, and infrastructure design.
- Extensive background working on water and utilities infrastructure projects.
- Good mix of work experience in municipal settings (with municipal roads, sewers, watermains ) and industrial settings - ideally including port facilities and mines
- Proficiency in preparing detailed designs, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Advanced knowledge of civil engineering design tools, software, and best practices; a good understanding of AutoCAD and Civil 3D; familiarity with Pipe-Flo and Caesar II
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client and team interactions.
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