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Position: Design Technologist

Spriet Associates London Limited

London, Ontario:

Spriet Associates London Limited (Spriet) is a small company comprising of approximately 30 people which provides professional engineering and architectural services to municipal and provincial governments, as well as to the industrial and commercial sectors. With more than six decades of corporate history, the company’s success can be attributed to the excellent client service provided, combining experience and project innovation.

Spriet is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We prioritize our employees and provide endless growth opportunities.

Role and Responsibility:

The Design Technologist role is available to those with experience in Civil Engineering or newly graduated candidates. The successful candidate will perform tasks that include:

-Prepare detailed design drawings and figures for infrastructure renewal projects, including but not limited to alignments, profiles, cross-sections, networks and corridors;

-Perform design calculations based on engineering principles for infrastructure renewal projects, in accordance with applicable regulatory codes and standards;

-Assist with preparing various project deliverables, including field reports, technical reports, summaries, data sheets and graphs;

-Collect field data, compile field notes and photographs, file and manage project related data;

-Document project activities and complete data entry;

-Perform site topographical surveys;

-Attend and participate in project team meetings and coordinate with team members to ensure efficient and timely delivery of project deliverables;

-Organize and prepare permit applications to municipalities and regulatory authorities;

-Assist with preparing contract documents;

-Perform peer review of various types of developments;

-Shop drawing review;

-Quantity takeoffs and cost estimation;

-Other related duties, as assigned.

The Design Technologist role also includes a secondary component of performing site inspection on an as-needed basis, which includes the following tasks:

-Site inspection of infrastructure renewal projects;

-Monitor and document daily construction site activities, discussions and quantities;

-Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations;

-Prepare detailed daily inspection / progress reports and collect digital photo records of site works;

-Interpret construction drawings and specifications and inspect works to ensure compliance;

-Provide required support in the understanding and interpretation of the contract documents, specifications and all other administration related matters to the contract;

-Inspection of material, methods and construction processes of water and wastewater facilities, sewers, watermain and roadways;

-Review and verify Contractor’s payment requests and extra work orders;

-Coordinate sub-consultant inspections, reviews and quality assurance material testing;

-Coordinate Municipal staff periodic inspections and reviews.

Qualifications and Skills:

-Education: College graduate of an accredited Civil Engineering Technology program;

-0 – 10 years experience, with experience with any of the above listed tasks considered an asset;

-Knowledge of construction practices and methodology;

-Proficient with CAD software;

-Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

-Proficient with surveying equipment, including Total Station, GPS, and Level;

-Ability to work independently but willing to seek assistance when appropriate;

-Strong communication, analytical and organizational skills;

-Highly detail oriented;

-Commitment to improve on a professional and personal level;

-Valid driver’s license.

WHY JOIN US?

-Competitive compensation package including salary and bonus;

-Benefits (health, dental, etc.);

-Vacation time off;

-Retirement plan contributions;

-With the office located in Downtown London, Spriet Associates offers free parking to all staff;

-Spriet Associates is committed to creating a positive and driven work environment, which supports excellence, teamwork and professional development;

-Staff Summer Party (Golf tournament, BBQ);

-Christmas Parties are scheduled each year to encourage team building and a positive work environment.

Salary will be discussed during the interview process based on the Individual’s experience.