Civil Design & Cad Technologist

CIVIL DESIGN & CAD TECHNOLOGIST

OUR PURPOSE

To unlock a sustainable future, we apply our combined expertise to create a positive impact for the planet and future generations.

At Matrix Solutions we collaborate across services, disciplines, and geographies to solve environmental challenges together – motivated to do better for our clients, each other, and the communities where we live and work. We deliver responsive, locally connected, and scalable solutions to help our clients achieve their ambitious goals for a more sustainable and resilient future.

WHO WE ARE

One of Canada’s leading providers of environmental consulting and engineering services. With a proud history of nearly 40 years delivering innovative, pragmatic, and sustainable solutions for public and private sector clients. Matrix is a proud part of Montrose Environmental Group, with a network of teammates across 90+ locations around the world.

WHAT WE DO

We partner with clients and communities to solve challenges. It’s our job to unlock solutions that shape a resilient future where our clients, people, communities, and environment thrive.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Our team is made up of diverse people working collaboratively towards common goals. We value the contributions and perspectives of all employees and are committed to equity and diversity initiatives to create a feeling of belonging for all of our people. When we are inclusive and diverse in a way that reflects the broader world we serve, we are able to draw from a wider community of excellence within the regions we operate.

Are you looking to…

• Partner with extensive, long-standing clients such as municipal governments, conservation authorities, academia, and private industry.
• Have autonomy and the opportunity to interact and work with a community of technical experts from other Matrix regions.
• Put your skills and experience to use in new and innovative ways to deliver quality products for clients
• Collaborate alongside a fun, energetic and committed team of peers and colleagues
• Work on a variety of exciting and dynamic water-related projects throughout Ontario and across Canada

As a Civil Design & CAD Technologist, you will join our Guelph or Mississauga, Ontario office as part of our Eastern Engineering team. The successful applicant will be involved in a broad range of all stages of the design process (i.e., from concept to detailed design and construction), produce 2D and 3D engineered drawings such as site plans, plans and profiles, cross-sections, excavation diagrams, and assist in the interpretation of survey data resulting in the final product of a technical report and/or drawing package. As a team member, you will take responsibility for quality control and completing peer reviews by adhering to company standards and project specific constraint documentation. Responsibilities are as follows:

• Review survey data to calculate construction quantities and complete record/as-built drawings
• Produce and review clearly documented and detailed material quantity estimates
• Coordinate with clients, municipalities, agencies and sub-consultants to facilitate/expedite design completion
• Prepare conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design drawings of municipal infrastructure (e.g., storm sewer and stormwater management facilities), erosion improvements, and natural channel design
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, regulations, standards, drawings and project specifications
• Interpret field notes and work with digital field returns such as, site photography, UAV imagery, and survey information
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current Provincial, Municipal, and client specific engineering and CAD standards
• Develop, revise and update project design criteria documentation and material quantities
• Collaborate with project scientists and engineers to provide a variety of drawing packages using AutoCAD Civil 3D software
• Provide input and collaborate to address gaps, identify priorities, and improve the way we do our work
• Be a key resource in developing others within the civil design discipline; tasks may include providing feedback and mentorship and identifying strategies for skill development among others
• Provide QA/QC for in-progress and completed designs, drawings and figures

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum 5 years of civil design experience in a fast-paced, client and team-focused environment is preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with real-time kinematic (RTK) survey processes, procedures, and data incorporation is desirable
• Experience with GIS and related software (ArcGIS, GlobalMapper, QGIS) would be considered an asset
• Ability to be flexible, as work deadlines are client-driven
• Knowledge or experience with MicroStation, Autoturn (or equivalent), or BIM related tools (Navisworks) are desirable but not mandatory
• Previous experience in a consulting engineering environment would be considered an asset
• Strong organization and prioritization skills
• Ability to prioritize deadlines, track status and facilitate progress on multiple projects
• Highly proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• An Engineering Design and Drafting Technology Diploma or equivalent
• Possess a valid class G driver’s license
• Self-motivated individual possessing effective communication skills (both oral and written)
• Mentor and provide leadership in a team environment
• Knowledge or experience with river modelling software (e.g., HEC-RAS), and specifically importing and exporting CAD data to this software is desirable

Why Choose Matrix

At Matrix you will be part of an amazing community of collaborative people who live our purpose and values and bring industry-leading technical expertise to their work every day. We offer a comprehensive compensation package, which includes RRSP matching, vacation + ‘Me’ days, and profit sharing. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, and cross-training opportunities.

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Are you the one we're looking for? Please apply to us directly. As a note, we are not accepting third party agency applicants at this time.

Matrix is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment and to promoting the health, safety and well-being of our employees. In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access (and in some client cases, random) alcohol & drug testing as well as drivers abstract reviews.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

We welcome and promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Matrix provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities; including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Human Resources directly.

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