Technologist, Engineering

Highlights of the job

We are hiring up to two (2) full-time temporary Engineering Technologist position s for up to 11 months working out of Edmonton, AB .

As the Engineering Technol ogist, you support the delivery of residential, Water Development and Infill projects of varying size and complexity, from early planning through construction, handover and closeout. You’ll apply your technical knowledge and coordination skills to bring together the people, information and activities needed to keep projects progressing safely, efficiently and on schedule.

Your work will include coordinating technical and permitting requirements, supporting project budgets and schedules, developing cost and timeline estimates, monitoring the quality of completed work, coordinating the transition from design to field activities, and ensuring project documentation is accurate and complete. You’ll support multiple projects of varying scope and complexity, often at different stages of delivery.

The Technologist, Engineering reports to the Manager, Embedded Engineering, with an indirect reporting relationship to the Manager, EW S Infill Servicing.

We welcome applications from internal and external candidates . EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their '@epcor.com' email address to ensure proper consideration of internal seniority.

What you’d be responsible for

Reviewing and recommending modifications to landowner, contractor and consultant plans to support engineering and permitting approvals for Development and Infill projects, including reviewing technical requirements, specifications, plot plans and applicable EPCOR and City of Edmonton policies.

Reviewing and approving Land Development Applications and other circulations related to water and sewer servicing, as well as Development Permit circulations for water systems.

Supporting stakeholders in identifying solutions to technical, servicing and permitting requirements as needed.

Managing multiple assigned projects simultaneously, including tracking progress and providing status updates as required.

Ensuring project deliverables are aligned and integrated with department strategies and appropriate to the scope and complexity of the work.

Developing project documentation, presentations and supporting materials as part of project management plans.

Providing technical support to construction teams during service installation and assisting with resolving issues as they arise.

Supporting department activities, including conducting periodic inspections and participating in pre-mobilization and construction kickoff meetings as required.

Engaging with internal stakeholders, including Engineering, Maintenance and Operations, to gather input, coordinate process support and track design review status and action items.

Supporting capital and operational program management, including assisting with prioritization requests and coordinating activities to meet internal and external milestones.

Preparing and circulating project packages and coordinating with internal and external resources to ensure distributions are complete and accurate.

Maintaining and organizing project documentation within SharePoint, ProjectWise, IVARA, Oracle, POSSE and other applicable systems.

Supporting financial and project closeout activities, including asset-in-service tracking and completing capital work orders and work requests.

Compiling lessons learned and supporting special projects and other department initiatives as assigned.

What’s required to be successful

A d iploma from a recognized institute is required (Civil Engineering is preferred ; others will also be considered such as Design and Drafting)

4 + years of directly related experience is required

Membership or eligibility for membership with ASET as a Certified Engineering Technologist ( CET )

Knowledge of water and sewer systems including Engineering Design and construction of municipal utility services

Knowledge of construction standards and methods in the field (i . e. MH, Bridging etc.)

Experience with drafting or GIS software is an asset

General knowledge of internal mechanical plumbing and building systems

Knowledge of Water and Drainage Bylaws, EPCOR’s Design & Construction Standards, Lot Grading Guidelines, Provincial Legislation, Condo Act, Zoning Bylaw, Building and Plumbing Codes

Ability to calculate inverts, obverts and crossing elevations for sanitary and storm services

Understanding of and ability to interpret various types of engineering plans, including historical documents

Ability to interpret surface contours and elevations

Ability to identify servicing conflicts by reviewing other utility plans

Ability to provide technical customer service to the public when required

Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with the public and internal and external customers

Detailed knowledge of municipal and civil design and drafting

Strong knowledge of project management processes, procedures and permitting requirements

Course work or certifications related to project management or project leadership are considered an asset

Ability to plan and organize work, develop and meet schedules, develop budgets, meet quality requirements and meet policy, safety and external stakeholder requirements.

Conduct some cost-benefit analysis, coordinating with project teams, and preparing accurate estimates and regular updates on Infill and Development project timelines when requested by stakeholders.

Ability to incorporate safety and performance requirements into daily work.

Ability to learn and use software and technology as required, to effectively deliver projects and complete necessary reporting.

Working knowledge and proficiency in the following Project Management tools is preferred: Microsoft suite of tools including Word, Excel, and SharePoint

Oracle suite of tools including Primavera P6 and Power BI

Bentley IVARA

Must complete additional training as required for this position including MicroStatio