Job Description

We are looking for candidates with their own unique talents. If you don\'t meet 100% of the preferred skills outlined in this job posting, tell us why you\'d be a great fit for Urban Systems in your cover letter! About the Opportunity Our growing Surrey office is looking to add a creative and capable individual with a background in engineering to our Transportation practice. Are you keen to benefit from the support of industry professionals while working on exciting and inspiring projects that make a visible difference in many communities? In addition to the learning and project experience, you can:

• Build your transportation engineering skills and develop an understanding of best practices in a practical, real-world setting.
• Carry out traffic analysis and modelling using spreadsheet models and specialized software.
• Develop solutions related to the design and implementation of complete streets, active transportation facilities, transit, and urban street improvements.
• Support strategic transportation master plans, active transportation plans, neighbourhood plans and other planning level projects.
• Explore creative and sustainable solutions with our clients to build vibrant communities.
• Provide accurate and timely input on technical reports, plans, studies, proposals, and presentations.

About You We are searching for a candidate who can work with us in building our practice with a particular emphasis on transportation modelling, transportation network and corridor planning, and conceptual design. In our practice, the individual will work alongside our team to help communities make walking, cycling, public transit, goods movement and driving more safe, accessible, and sustainable. The ideal individual will complement our practice vision and company culture. Our preferred candidate will have an interest in transportation and be a recent graduate of a civil engineering program with up to 2 years of experience. Existing transportation planning and engineering knowledge is an asset but not required. In addition, the following attributes would be considered of great benefit to this role:

• You are suited to consulting, given your instincts for:

• • Having the ability to listen to others to develop and cultivate positive interpersonal relationships with people from varying backgrounds, including colleagues and clients.
  • Generating practical solutions to problems in a collaborative work environment.
  • Working hard to deliver value to our clients and the communities in which we work.
  • You thrive in a self-directed work environment. You take the initiative, are a problem solver, and continually deliver consistent, high-quality work
  • You are passionate about understanding key community dynamics and working closely with clients and partners to provide innovative and \'out of the box\' solutions.
  • You can demonstrate dynamic project experience in general transportation engineering, including:
  • Carrying out traffic analysis and modelling using spreadsheet models and specialized software.
  • Preparation of preliminary investigations and reports on the feasibility, conceptual design, and costs of various types of transportation-related engineering projects.
  • Employ pertinent technologies and programs to carry out design, drafting and modelling work (Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Synchro, Civil 3D, GIS, etc.).

About Us At Urban Systems, vibrant communities are everything\xe2\x80\x94including our own work community. Since 1975, we have grown to more than 600 people with 15 offices across Canada. Every day, our purpose-driven team works closely with our clients and their communities to deliver impactful work. We are proud to work with diverse clients including Indigenous communities, all levels of government, commercial and residential land developers, and the natural resource sector. Urban Systems is an employee-owned inter-disciplinary community consulting firm with deep Canadian roots. We are united in our mission to transform communities everywhere into vibrant places where people want to live today, tomorrow, and forever.
Our Commitment to You Are you looking for opportunities to lead challenging initiatives in your community? Join a diverse and supportive group of professionals at Urban Systems and take part in impactful work building vibrant communities across Canada. Here\'s what you can expect as a team member at Urban Systems:

• Competitive Compensation. Your skills and contributions are valued. You\'ll receive competitive compensation, extended health, dental, vision care coverage, and more!
• Paid Time Off. We encourage all team members to take time off to recharge and spend time with loved ones. Enjoy 3 weeks of paid vacation to start, in addition to statutory days off throughout the year.
• Learn and grow. Your professional growth & development is supported here. You are encouraged to take initiative and shape your career through coaching, in-house learning, technical courses, and more.
• Work with Inter-Disciplinary Teams. Amazing things happen when you mix creativity, curiosity, teamwork, and a strong desire to collaborate and innovate. You will be part of diverse, inter-disciplinary teams to deliver important work for our clients and their communities.
• Flexible Hours & Work Environment. You have a life outside of work. We offer flexibility in your work schedule and work environment to help you do your best work and meet your commitments.
• Saving for the Future. To help you achieve your long-term retirement goals, we offer a Long-Term Matching Program that matches your contributions to an RRSP or TFSA.
• Support through Transitions. You will be supported through life\'s moments and transitions, big or small, including generous top-up for parental leave.
• Beautiful Office. Do your best work in office spaces designed with your needs in mind. Each of our 15 offices has its own unique personality and design.
• Create Lasting Community Impact. 98% of Urban Systems employees believe that the work we do is important. Join a team of like-minded leaders and work together to bring impactful community projects to life!

How to Apply If this describes your background, your skills, and your natural talents, please check out our website for more information and submit your resume and cover letter.
Deadline for applications: Monday, March 13, 2023 9:00 am PDT
If you have individual needs or requirements and request assistance throughout the application process, please get in touch with our recruitment team by email at recruiting@urbansystems.ca so we can better support you. Urban Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create an inclusive culture for all employees. Our clients come from all walks of life and so do you. We believe that diversity and unity amongst our teams leads to building vibrant communities