Design Technologist- Roadways
CA-ON-Toronto
Gannett Fleming
Req #: 12217
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world. Excellence Delivered As Promised. It's more than a slogan. It's our standard. It's the expectation we place upon ourselves as individuals and as a company. It represents our commitment to our valued clients, industry partners, and employees. It's our earnest pledge to do what we say. It's the core of who we are as a firm and the foundation upon which all of our relationships and projects are built. Responsibilities: What You Will Do: GFT is seeking a Design Technologist, Roadway to join ourTransportation team in Toronto, ON. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Toronto office. Working on the roadway team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature roadway projects here. What you'll be challenged to do: As a Design Technologist with GFT's Transportation Practice in Toronto, you'll be a key contributor to multidisciplinary teams focused on the planning and design of modern roadway and highway infrastructure. Your work will support transformative projects that enhance mobility, sustainability, and safety within communities. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: * Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to deliver preliminary and detailed designs for transportation infrastructure projects. * Utilize industry-leading digital tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and InRoads/OpenRoads to produce high-quality 2D and 3D design documentation. * Participate in the digital transformation of roadway design by contributing to model-based design deliverables and intelligent engineering workflows. * Prepare engineering layouts, sketches, and technical drawings to support all stages of design development. * Contribute to cost estimating efforts through the preparation of material quantity takeoffs. * Support proposal development, feasibility studies, and other technical documentation with clear, concise technical writing. Qualifications: What you will bring to our firm: * A diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or a degree in Civil Engineering. * 1 to 5 years of relevant experience, including internships or co-op placements in roadway, transportation, or transit design. * Working knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil 3D and Bentley MicroStation InRoads/OpenRoads. * Ability to develop accurate, detailed engineering drawings and models using digital design platforms. * Strong analytical skills and a methodical approach to solving engineering problems. * Excellent communication skills-both written and verbal-and the ability to contribute meaningfully to team discussions and deliverables. * Self-motivation and initiative to manage tasks effectively with minimal supervision. What we prefer you bring: * Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation in Ontario or eligibility to obtain it. * Practical understanding of highway geometric design principles, grading, and drainage. * Familiarity with municipal and provincial transportation design standards (e.g., MTO, TAC). * Exposure to 3D modeling for visualization, clash detection, or model-based design (MBD) workflows. * Interest in digital innovation and continuous improvement of design processes. Compensation: Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location. Featured Benefits: * Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment. * Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. * Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual. * Tuition reimbursement for continued education. * Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations * Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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