In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons.  Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!
At Parsons, we believe that if you can imagine it, you can do it. Imagine working with a team of intelligent, diverse professionals who share a passion for shaping the future of infrastructure. Imagine a workplace where your voice matters, where you can thrive and grow. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Ready to put your civil design skills to work on high-profile infrastructure projects that impact communities across Canada? Would you enjoy working closely with engineers, other designers, and technicians to deliver well-coordinated designs? Parsons is expanding its footprint in Western Canada, and we are looking for a Civil Designer/Drafter to join our team in West Canada – Burnaby/Calgery. You’ll contribute to innovative, practical solutions on a variety of municipal and transportation infrastructure projects across the region.

We are looking for someone with a solid background in civil design—roadways, site grading, drainage systems, and utilities. A strong work ethic, problem-solving mindset, and a collaborative attitude are essential for success in this role.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Utilize AutoCAD and Civil 3D to develop detailed civil design drawings for infrastructure projects, including roads, intersections, grading plans, utility layouts, and drainage systems.
• Interpret engineering markups and technical requirements into accurate and complete drawings.
• Ensure compliance with applicable design standards, client specifications, and company procedures.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other designers to coordinate design activities across disciplines.
• Prepare plan/profile sheets, cross sections, surfaces, corridors, and quantity takeoffs.
• Review supplier data and perform quality checks on drawings for accuracy and consistency.
• Provide technical guidance to junior staff and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Participate in design reviews and help resolve design-related challenges proactively.
• This description of responsibilities is not a comprehensive listing of what may be required from the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited technical institute (or equivalent Canadian education).
• 4+ years of experience in civil drafting/design with a focus on roads, grading, utilities, or transportation infrastructure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D is required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and/or Bluebeam.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Familiarity with MicroStation and/or open road is an asset.
• Understanding of municipal standards and QA/QC processes.

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range:

$25.53 - $47.45

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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