civil engineer

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Work setting

• Office
• Various locations

Tasks

• Conduct environmental impact studies
• Conduct site visits to gather relevant information
• Confer with clients and other members of the engineering team and conduct research to determine project requirements
• Ensure construction plans meet guidelines and specifications of building codes and other regulations
• Interpret, review and approve survey and civil design work
• Provide customer service

Supervision

• No supervision responsibility

Student status

• Full time enrollment

Computer and technology knowledge

• AutoCAD
• MS Office

Area of work experience

• Environmental assessment
• Installation, maintenance and inspection of equipment or facilities
• Research and development

Construction specialization

• Urban planning
• Residential construction

Transportation specialization

• Roads and highways

Municipal specialization

• Storm drainage and control

Area of specialization

• Construction
• Survey

Security and safety

• Bondable

Transportation / travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes