Engineer-in-Training

About the Opportunity

Our Peace Region Practice is looking to add a capable enthusiastic Engineer-in-Training to our growing Dawson Creek office! As an Engineer-in-Training you will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of engineering projects while contributing directly to the growth of our local team and playing a key role in shaping the future of our Dawson Creek presence. We are searching for a curious and solutions-focused individual who wants to build their career alongside our team of established practitioners. We are excited to find someone who leads with purpose is motivated to tackle complex problems through a community-centric approach and approaches work to be in service of others.

• Registering or intending to register upon eligibility as an Engineer-in-Training with EGBC or an equivalent provincial or territorial association.
• Growing our consulting practice with a focus on building relationships with Peace Region Indigenous communities and local governments.
• Engaging with our clients to understand their unique challenges working collaboratively as a team to explore solutions and developing thoughtful and workable strategies for the design and implementation of municipal infrastructure.
• Acting as the clients representative on-site during construction to gather information conduct inspections and ensure that designs are built to specifications.
• Providing accurate and timely input on technical reports plans studies proposals and presentations that present information in a manner easily understood by a wide variety of audiences.
• Project management and budgeting including securing funding through Indigenous Services Canada processes developing scopes of work coordinating sub-consultants and learning about budgets.
• Conducting technical reviews of engineering drawings design reports and related deliverables prepared by clients internal teams and subconsultants.
• Preparing contract tender documents including the development of detailed cost estimates.
• Developing strong trusting relationships internally to understand our service offerings and the team members youll be working with to build commitment to a culture built on trust.

About You

Our ideal candidate is a recent graduate from a civil or environmental engineering program with up to 3 years of experience and is registered or intending to register upon eligibility as an Engineer-in-Training with EGBC or an equivalent provincial or territorial association. The core skills and attributes that will help you to succeed here include:

• You are passionate about serving local governments and Indigenous communities on projects that have real impacts in local communities.
• You are excited about the opportunity to build a long-term career living and working in the North!
• You enjoy seeking out and building strong relationships and new project opportunities to foster collaboration and growth.
• You are proactive enjoy problem-solving and are dedicated to delivering meaningful results.
• You possess a strong attention to detail and the ability to continually deliver high-quality work.
• You are able to successfully work on multiple projects at a time and thrive in a self-directed work environment.
• You have excellent oral and written communication skills and can communicate thoughtfully and thoroughly with team members and others.
• You possess a valid Class 5 Drivers Licence and are willing and able to travel to project sites throughout the Peace Region.

About Us

Urban Systems is a Canadian employee-owned interdisciplinary community consulting firm. We are united in our mission to transform communities everywhere into vibrant places where people want to live today tomorrow and forever.

At Urban Systems vibrant communities are everythingincluding our own work community. Since 1975 we have grown to more than 700 people with 18 offices across Canada. Every day our purpose-driven team works closely with our clients and their communities to deliver impactful work. We are proud to work with diverse clients including Indigenous communities all levels of government commercial and residential land developers and the natural resource sector.

We care for our communities and for our people. Its our differences that make us exciting and our shared belief in Urban Systems that binds us together. Were searching for the creative and passionate and the curious and courageous to join us in creating meaningful and generational change in communities.

Our Commitment to You

Are you looking for opportunities to participate in challenging projects and work with multiple teams Join a diverse and supportive group of professionals at Urban Systems and take part in impactful work building vibrant communities across Canada. Heres what you can expect as a team member at Urban Systems:

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits. Youll receive competitive compensation extended health dental vision care coverage and more. This position will have a salary range of $75000.00 - $85000.00 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The range is negotiable based on your skillset and experience.
• Paid Time Off. We encourage all team members to take time off to recharge. Enjoy 3 weeks of paid vacation to start in addition to statutory days off throughout the year.
• Learn and Grow. Your professional growth & development is supported here. You are encouraged to take initiative and shape your career through coaching in-house learning technical courses and more.
• Work with Interdisciplinary Teams. Amazing things happen when you mix creativity curiosity teamwork and a strong desire to collaborate and innovate. You will be part of diverse interdisciplinary teams to deliver important projects for our clients and their communities.
• Flexible Hours & Work Environment. You have a life outside of work. We offer flexibility in your work schedule and work environment to help you do your best work and meet your commitments.
• Saving for the Future. To help you achieve your long-term retirement goals we offer a Long-Term Matching Program that matches your contributions (up to 5%) to an RRSP or TFSA.
• Support through Transitions. You will be supported through lifes moments and transitions big or small including top-up for parental leave for both biological and adoptive parents.
• Create Lasting Community Impact. 98% of Urban Systems employees believe that the work we do is important. Join a team of like-minded leaders and work together to bring impactful community projects to life!

How to Apply

If this describes your background skills and attributes please visit our website for more information and submit your resume and cover letter. If it doesnt describe you exactly but you feel you are well suited to this opportunity we encourage you to apply.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday September 17 2025 at 9:00 am MST