Engineering Drafter/ Geological/GIS TechnicianFull-Time

Kontur Geotechnical Consultants Inc. (Kontur) is a full-service Geotechnical Consulting Engineering and Material’s Testing (Asphalt, Concrete, and Soil) Firm, that provides engineering consultation, construction field reviews, and construction materials testing, for a wide array of projects and clients throughout British Columbia and Alberta. Kontur’s foundation is built on quality people doing great work in a rewarding environment.

Kontur is growing and is seeking an Engineering Drafter/ Geological/GIS Technician to become part of Kontur’s team. This position will be based at the main, Port Coquitlam, location. This is an hourly permanent position, with the expectation of full-time hours.

The successful candidate will be a team-player, have a keen interest and proven ability to work in a fast- paced and continually evolving environment.

Responsibilities:

·         Drafting:

o   Prepare accurate drawings and figures using AutoCAD with input and information received by the Project Manager or Engineer. Maintain and document standardized Kontur title blocks, legends, symbols, and other drafting-related items,

o   Assist other engineers in executing engineering tasks and work in accordance with established engineering practices and drafting protocols

o   Produce a variety of project drawings including instrumentation diagrams (IDs), process flow diagrams (PFDs), System Schematics, Plot Plans as per engineers’ markups or senior designers’ directions

o   Interprets and carries out creative ideas proposed by other engineers or designers

o   Operated computer-assisted design (CAD) software and drafting workstations

o   Updating and or creating tie-in list per engineers’ or senior designers’ direction

o   Collaborate with other designers or engineers on field assignments

·         Debris Flow Runout Modelling: Develop and maintain debris flow runout models for a variety of projects and geomorphological environments including probabilistic modeling, model calibration and debris flow volume estimation

·         Project Coordination and Communication: Assist Project Managers, Engineers, and Technicians, in obtaining relevant information to complete drafting tasks, prepare and submit permits for field explorations or testing programs, and maintain record of submission requirements of various stakeholders, clients, or approving authorities.

·         GIS Mapping: Develop and maintain geospatial data including Digital Elevation Models (DEM) and  LiDAR data sets (.LAS and .LAZ) using ArcGIS, QGIS, and Google Earth Pro.

·         Administrative Support: Maintain project data and information in VantagePoint.

·         Engineering, Field and Laboratory Work: Assist with other engineering field, or laboratory-related work upon request and when occasionally required. Tasks will be matched to experience and expertise level of the individual.

 Skills and Qualifications:

·         Minimum one year of experience in the same position, preference for candidate with geotechnical consulting industry,

·         Completion of specialized or relevant college diploma is mandatory,

·         Ability to work on multiple projects or tasks with a fast-paced schedule,

·         Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively as a team member,

·         Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

·         Language of work: English

 Benefits: This position is also eligible to participate in Kontur’s Group Benefits, performance incentives, and Continued Professional Development plans/policies. Phone and Vehicle allowances will be provided.

·         Dental care

·         Extended health care

·         Vision care

To apply, please send your resume to careers@kontur.ca