Civil Engineer in Training

Stantec Inc. • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

As a Civil Engineer in Training in our Community Development Group in multiple locations throughout the Midwest, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of innovative and diverse projects from the design of civil and municipal engineering projects for highways and local roads, public utilities and public works, parks, trails, pipelines, tunnels, renewable energy projects and related infrastructure projects. This position involves working collaboratively with design teams in the development of construction plans and specifications; preparing reports, studies, and construction contract documents; computing quantities and preparing cost estimates; performing field observations and assisting in the coordination and management of construction activities. Stantec provides its employees with the opportunity to design your own career through our professional development programs, continuing education and training opportunities, and paid professional organization membership. The culture at Stantec promotes employees to participate in a variety of frequent companywide events and social opportunities, as well as opportunities to give back to the communities we live in and serve. Stantec also provides employees with a 401(k) and company match plan, a comprehensive health benefits package, competitive salaries, flexible scheduling, and generous time-off with paid holiday and vacation time carry-over programs.

Requirements

• Seeking a motivated individual who is, enthusiastic, flexible, innovative, organized, and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic understanding of general concepts of civil engineering design.
• Ability and interest in working on a variety of renewables (solar, wind, etc.) type of projects for various clients.
• Desire to work on projects with a focus on sustainability and green infrastructure.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building programs and other similar materials.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and take direction.
• Strong interest in community development engineering disciplines.
• Proficient with of Microsoft Office Suite and basic understanding of AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Must have good driving record, and valid driver's license.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and successful completion of the EIT exam or the ability to take the EIT exam within six months of starting preferred.
• Related Co-op/Internship experience preferred for new graduates; 1-2 years of related civil engineering experience for more experienced engineers.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil design and technical tasks on projects under the supervision of the Project Manager or Project Engineer.
• Work with other engineering disciplines and professionals in the coordination of the project.
• Perform field work/construction observation under the supervision of a senior engineer/designer and/or construction manager.
• Perform data analysis and calculations to analyze and design civil system components.
• Collect data and gathering information to support design decisions.
• Interpret and verify compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards and practices.
• Analyze proposed project solutions to ensure reliability, resource efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and written, with project team members, clients, and contractors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Stantec also provides employees with a 401(k) and company match plan, a comprehensive health benefits package, competitive salaries, flexible scheduling, and generous time-off with paid holiday and vacation time carry-over programs.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
• Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees