Hello. We are GEI. Some of the world s most pressing problems \xe2\x80\x93 from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply \xe2\x80\x93 need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow. We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients most complex challenges. With more than 40 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. Employee-owned. Employee-focused. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs \xe2\x80\x93 we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded \xe2\x80\x93 which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI s career site here. GEI is seeking a co-op Landscape Designer/ CADD Technician on our ecological restoration team for our ecological restoration and natural heritage system design projects. The landscape designer/CADD Technician would work collaboratively with the natural science and engineering team to prepare grading and planting plans for natural channels, wetland, grassland, woodland and wildlife habitats, including habitats for species at risk. They would also provide construction administration for restoration projects. GEIs ecological restoration team includes expertise in terrestrial and aquatic ecology, species at risk, landscape architecture, climate change, Indigenous engagement, environmental engineering, hydrogeology, and fluvial geomorphology. Primary Responsibilities: Collaborate with natural scientists, engineers and fluvial geomorphologists to provide ecological restoration services, including:

• Support preparation of conceptual designs and technical and tender ready drawings;
• Support preparation of terrestrial and aquatic habitat grading and planting plans; and
• Conduct site visits to examine existing conditions, in progress construction, as built conditions, etc.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Fanshawe College Landscape Design Ontario College Advanced Diploma program
• Experience working with Civil3D preferred over experience in AutoCAD is an asset
• Creative, self-directed, and motivated to gain new knowledge and skills;
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization and time management skills
• Valid driver s license and vehicle access (required).
• Knowledge of native vegetation communities and flora an asset;
• Experience working in and around watercourses considered an asset;
• Experience in construction and contract administration considered an asset; and
• Experience in ArcGIS an asset.

Benefits

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition

GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.