Civil Technologist/Designer

Job Description

AECOM's Water Resources team delivers innovative solutions for municipal, transportation, transit, and rail infrastructure projects across Ontario. Our work includes drainage and stormwater management, municipal servicing, flood mitigation, culvert design, hydraulic analysis, and infrastructure rehabilitation for municipal clients, MTO, Metrolinx, and other public-sector agencies.

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Civil Engineering Technologist / Designer to join our growing Water Resources team in either our Markham or Mississauga office for this existing role.

In this role, you will support the planning, design, and delivery of drainage, stormwater management, and municipal servicing projects across Ontario. Working closely with engineers, project managers, transportation designers, GIS specialists, and field staff, you will contribute to a diverse range of municipal, transportation, transit, and rail infrastructure projects, including projects for municipalities, the Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO), and Metrolinx.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to expand their experience in drainage and stormwater management design, municipal infrastructure, Civil 3D, quantity take-offs, contract documentation, and tender preparation while working within a multidisciplinary consulting environment.

The responsibilities of this position include:

• Prepare civil engineering drawings and design deliverables using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroStation.
• Support the planning and design of drainage, stormwater management, municipal servicing, and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare drainage plans, grading plans, municipal servicing plans, and supporting design documentation.
• Assist with the design of storm sewer systems, sanitary sewer systems, watermains, culverts, and stormwater management facilities.
• Support drainage and stormwater management components of transportation, transit, and rail infrastructure projects.
• Create and maintain base plans using survey, utility, GIS, LiDAR, and other project data.
• Conduct field investigations, site visits, and infrastructure inspections.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and assist with engineer's cost estimates.
• Assist with the preparation of technical specifications, contract drawings, tender packages, and Issued for Tender (IFT) documentation.
• Coordinate updates to drawings, quantities, and specifications throughout detailed design and tendering phases.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality infrastructure projects.
• Assist with the preparation of engineering reports, technical memoranda, and contract documentation.
• Support project delivery through design, tendering, and construction phases.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or a related discipline.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in municipal infrastructure, water resources, transportation, land development, or civil engineering consulting supporting engineering design deliverables and project documentation.
• Experience preparing engineering drawings using AutoCAD.
• Valid Ontario driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in drainage and stormwater management design.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, including grading, surfaces, profiles, alignments and utility networks.
• Experience supporting MTO and/or Metrolinx projects, including drainage, culverts, storm sewers and municipal servicing.
• Familiarity with OPSS, OPSD, municipal design standards and transportation agency requirements.
• Experience on roadway, transit, rail, bridge or municipal infrastructure projects.
• Experience preparing quantity take-offs, cost estimates and tender documentation.
• Experience developing technical specifications and Issued for Tender (IFT) submissions.
• Ability to develop base plans using survey, GIS, utility and LiDAR data.
• Experience with field investigations, condition assessments or construction inspections.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Eligibility for, or progress toward, the Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation through OACETT.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

Compensation: 75000 to 85000 (CAD) (YEARLY)