Water Resource Practice Engineer-in-Training

Kamloops, BC

Mar 7, 2022

Urban Systems Ltd.

About Us

We are an employee-owned inter-disciplinary community consulting firm with deep Canadian roots. We are united in our mission to transform communities everywhere into vibrant places where people want to live today, tomorrow, and forever.

At Urban Systems, vibrant communities are everything—including our own work community. Since 1975, we have grown to more than 500 people with 15 offices across Canada. Every day, our team works closely with our clients and their communities to deliver impactful work. We are proud to work with diverse clients including Indigenous communities, all levels of government, commercial and residential land developers, and the natural resource sector.

We care for our communities and for our people. It’s our differences that make us exciting, and our shared belief in Urban Systems that binds us together.

Our Commitment To You

Are you just getting started in your career? You're in the right place! Here’s what you can expect as a part of the Urban Systems team:

• Learn and Grow - Grow your career with Urban Systems! You are encouraged to take initiative and shape your career through coaching, in-house learning, technical courses, and more.
• Competitive Compensation - Your skills and contributions are valued. You’ll receive competitive compensation, extended health, dental, vision care coverage and more.
• Paid Time Off - We encourage all team members to take time off to recharge and spend time with loved ones. Enjoy 3 weeks of paid vacation to start, on top of statutory days off throughout the year.
• Flexible Hours & Work Environment - You have a life outside of work! We offer flexibility in your work schedule and work environment to help you do your best work and meet your commitments.
• Work with Inter-Disciplinary Teams - Amazing things happen when you mix creativity, curiosity, teamwork, and a strong desire to collaborate and innovate. You will be part of diverse, inter-disciplinary teams to deliver important work.
• You're in Good Company - Build relationships with a dynamic, accountable, and engaged team fueled by our shared purpose. Every branch facilitates connection with a series of social and team building events.
• Beautiful Office - We are currently building a brand new office here in Kamloops designed with our needs in mind to deliver quality work.
• Create Lasting Community Impact - 98% of Urban Systems employees believe that the work we do is important. Join a team of like-minded leaders and work together to bring to life impactful community projects.

Full Time

About the Opportunity

Our growing Kamloops office is looking to add a capable and hardworking Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to our Water Resource team. Are you keen to benefit from the support of industry professionals while working on exciting and inspiring projects that make a visible difference in many communities? In addition to the learning and project experience, you can:

• Hone your civil engineering skills, apply theory and provide workable solutions for infrastructure design and planning for municipal stormwater, river engineering, and flood protection projects, among others. As well as general civil engineering projects.
• Establish relationships and act as the clients' representative on-site during construction to gather information, conduct inspections, and ensure that designs are built to specifications
• Explore creative and sustainable solutions together with our clients to build vibrant communities
• Utilize computer software to analyse and solve various problems
• Provide accurate and timely input on technical reports, plans, studies, proposals, and presentations

About You

This opportunity is well suited to new graduates from a civil or environmental engineering program, however up to 3 years of experience will also be considered beneficial. Candidates should be eligible for registration with EGBC. A degree program with a water resource or stormwater focus would be an asset. In addition, the following attributes would be considered a benefit to this role:

• A keen interest in pursuing a career working on water resource projects in Western Canada
• Drive to take initiative, problem solving skills, and enjoyment in working hard to deliver value
• A keen interest to seek out opportunities to collaborate with people of varying backgrounds and perspectives
• Attention to detail, and ability to continually deliver high quality work
• Ability to work on multiple projects at a time and thrive in a self-directed work environment.
• Previous experience working on water resource projects, or with related software
• Willing and able to travel to project sites throughout Western Canada.
• An Engineer-in-Training eligible to register with EGBC
• A valid class 5 drivers’ license

How to Apply

If this describes your background, skills and attributes please visit our website for more information and submit your resume and cover letter. If it doesn’t describe you exactly but you feel you are well suited to this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Urban Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create an inclusive culture for all employees. Our clients come from all walks of life and so do you. We believe that diversity and unity among our teams leads to building vibrant communities.

Deadline for applications: Monday, March 7th at 9:00 am PST.