Engineer
Key Responsibilities
Design and Planning:
- Develop preliminary and detailed designs for water and sewer systems, including gravity mains, rising mains, pump stations, and hydraulic assessments.
- Perform structural and buoyancy calculations, thrust block designs, and pipe jacking force calculations.
- Prepare horizontal and vertical alignments, connection details, and valve specifications for pipelines.
- Conduct hydraulic modeling for sewerage networks using tools like InfoWorks and SewerGEMS.
Project Management:
- Coordinate site investigations, including surveys, geotechnical studies, and ecological assessments.
- Lead feasibility studies for pipeline alignment and infrastructure upgrades.
- Prepare tender documents, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
- Manage construction phase activities, including contractor coordination and field inspections.
Construction Oversight:
- Supervise installation and rehabilitation of sewer and water mains using methods like cured-in-place pipe (CIPP), micro-tunneling, and sliplining.
- Oversee testing and inspection services, including CCTV inspections, air testing, and hydrostatic testing.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and contract specifications.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Prepare design reports, construction sequences, shutdown plans, and as-built drawings.
- Maintain detailed field documentation, including daily inspection reports and photographic evidence.
- Review contractor submittals and provide recommendations for approvals.
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
- Post-secondary education in engineering technology or related disciplines may be acceptable for entry-level roles.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in municipal water/sewer infrastructure design and construction.
- Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software (e.g., InfoWorks, SewerGEMS, InfoWater).
- Strong knowledge of trenchless construction methods like micro-tunneling and CIPP lining.
- Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with stakeholders.
- Excellent problem-solving and technical writing skills.