Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate based in Edmonton looking to kickstart your career in a collaborative and dynamic environment? Do you want to work on a diverse range of projects while developing your technical skills and gaining hands-on experience? If you are motivated to learn, grow, and contribute to construction projects in the Edmonton area, we want to hear from you.

A Little About Us

ISL is comprised of just over 600 employees comprised of award-winning engineers, technologists, planners, landscape architects, scientists, and professionals that work together to deliver infrastructure projects that minimize environmental impacts and maximize benefits to the community.

Learn more about our work by visiting us on Instagram @islengineering / LinkedIn and feel free to join our ISL newsletter on LinkedIn: Inside ISL.

More about what we do:

• We deliver on a variety of multidisciplinary projects.
• We have extensive expertise – We have a variety of expertise and are comprised of five sectors specializing in Transportation, Municipal and Community, Bridges, Building and Structures, and Land and Environment. Learn more about our areas of practice.
• We are award winning and recognized in industry – Visit our #ISLLife blog and learn more.

ISL’s Water Team works to deliver excellent municipal infrastructure services for our clients, both internal and external. Committed to finding, mentoring and growing the right individual, our team approach is integral to our success:

• Continuous Improvement – We are never satisfied with the status quo and are always looking to find a better way to get the job done.
• Fun, Flexibility & Hybrid Work Environment – Culture is key, and we foster a strong team culture in multiple ways. Having fun is literally written into our strategic plan and we walk the talk. We understand the dynamic nature of work and personal life, so we offer a hybrid work environment to help facilitate success in both.
• Ongoing Development – We have a culture of mentorship and leverage both hands on and formal training opportunities to ensure that you have a versatile and diversified skillset. And did we mention, it is fully funded?
• Interesting Work – No two days are the same and you can expect to be involved in infrastructure projects related to freeways, LRT, water transmission lines, sanitary and storm trunks as well as treatment projects, raw water storage cells and wastewater treatment lagoons.

About the Role

Working as a member of the Edmonton Water team, you will support the delivery of municipal infrastructure projects and have opportunities to contribute to projects beyond your core discipline. We are looking for someone who enjoys building strong working relationships with a wide range of partners involved in infrastructure projects, and who is excited to be part of a multidisciplinary organization. At this stage in your career, you're eager to grow with a collaborative team and are motivated by technical excellence.

Your primary responsibilities would include:

• Developing Civil 3D models and drawings for watermains, sanitary sewers, storm systems, grading, roads, and stormwater management facilities.
• Preparing engineering plan sets, complex cross sections, figures, and record drawings for submission.
• Assisting with design calculations for storm and sanitary pipe networks.
• Completion of quantity take-offs and assist with preparing cost estimates.
• Consistently applying drafting standards and QA/QC procedures.
• Generating construction layout coordinates.
• Supporting Contract Administration tasks for construction projects.
• Communicating information both within and outside of the team.
• Working with mentors to develop and expand technical and professional skills.

Who we are looking for: As a new member of ISL’s Water team, this future ISLer models our organizational values of Curiosity, Unity, Integrity and Excellence. Is this you?

• Curiosity – We stay curious to stay ahead.
• Unity – Through collaborative action, we deliver exceptional results.
• Integrity – We do the right thing—even when it’s hard.
• Excellence – Through collaborative action, we deliver exceptional results.

You know you’ll be successful if you exhibit these kinds of characteristics:

• Detail-oriented with the ability to perceive pertinent detail in objects and drawings.
• Ability to analyze information.
• Passion for Civil design/drafting.
• A methodical approach and attention quality in your work.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Safety-oriented with care for the health and safety of yourself and others.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.

Ready to throw your name in?

Your cover letter must demonstrate:

• What interests you in municipal infrastructure? Do you have a project you are particularly proud of in this area?
• Your approach to working as both part of a team and independently.

Your resume should show us:

• Recent, or upcoming, graduation from a program in Civil Engineering Technology, and/or Engineering Design Technology.
• Any relevant experience relating to municipal engineering.

Bonus points for:

• Experience with design software such as Autodesk AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Bluebeam.
• Registration with a regulatory body such as ASET.
• Construction inspection experience.
• Topographic survey and/or construction stakeout.

What ISL Offers

We value you for your contributions and want to ensure that your personal success is intertwined with your professional success. Our wellness philosophy encompasses the four pillars of physical, mental, financial and spiritual wellbeing which is why our benefits package is comprehensive and offers you some of the best available tools to maximize your career and lifestyle.

Here are some of the amazing benefits we provide:

• Excellent mentorship.
• Flexible working hours.
• Hybrid model of work.
• Employer paid benefits including health, dental and extensive paramedical services.
• Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts.
• Group RRSP.
• Annual bonus incentives.
• Paid professional development opportunities and memberships.
• 24/7/365 Employee & Family Assistance Program.

Location

ISL is proudly located in over 16 offices across Western Canada. This position will be located in:

• Edmonton

At ISL, we share an enthusiasm for community infrastructure. From planning through to design and construction management, we create nimble teams to tackle the unique requirements of every project. Our technical expertise encompasses transportation, land use planning, civil engineering, municipal, landscape architecture, heritage services, environmental management, water, structural, community engagement, geomatics, construction services and 3D visualization. Just the right size, ISL delivers on complex projects while being small enough to maintain strong, cohesive project teams and personal client attention and service.

At ISL your identity is part of our identity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) speaks to our core values and provides space for our teams to bring their authentic selves to work. ISL believes DEI creates the best outcomes for our clients while sustaining a happy and thriving work environment that allows for career development and opportunities for all staff. ISL is committed to a focused effort on continuous improvement and development of a respectful and safe workplace.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position. Only those who will be selected for an interview will be contacted.