Civil Designer - (Mine Waste Solutions)

Ausenco redefines what’s possible in complex projects and tough environments, delivering innovative consulting, project delivery, asset operations, and maintenance solutions. With 26 offices in 15 countries and projects in over 80 locations, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients, and communities.

About the Role

As a Civil Designer in our Mine Waste Solutions division, you will plan, develop, and quality-check civil design work, produce 3D models, drawings, and documentation, and perform quantity take-offs for estimating across all project phases—from Study Phase Engineering to Detailed Engineering, Construction, and Operational Support.

• Develop 3D civil/earthwork models and 2D drawings using Autodesk Civil 3D for mine waste solutions projects, including tailings storage facilities (TSFs), waste rock dumps (WRDs), heap leach facilities (HLFs), and related ancillary infrastructure such as ponds, channels, and roads.
• Produce high-quality engineering deliverables, including plans, profiles, sections, quantity take-offs, and supporting documentation, ensuring compliance with industry standards, client requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Support civil design activities throughout all project phases, from site investigations through construction and operational support.
• Interface with other disciplines (geotechnical, H&H, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical) to ensure integration of requirements in civil drawings.
• Work under the direction of senior engineers and project leads to develop practical, constructible, and cost-effective civil designs while maintaining drafting and modeling standards.
• Coordinate with clients, municipalities, agencies, and sub-consultants to expedite design completion.
• Develop and review design work within a small civil/structural design team for medium-sized projects.
• Assist with the preparation of engineering effort estimates, work plans, schedules, and resource forecasts to support project planning and execution.
• Perform quality control reviews of civil design models, engineering drawings, and drafting deliverables to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project requirements.
• Mentor junior civil designers and drafters, providing on-the-job training for professional development.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering Design and Drafting Technology from a recognized college.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in civil design and drafting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 3D (Civil 3D experience is essential).
• Experience in construction or contract administration is an asset.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of multi-functional project teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Superior time management, planning, and client interaction skills.
• Ability to think creatively to develop innovative engineering and design solutions.
• Demonstrated report writing skills.

Benefits

• Career advancement: Continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities.
• Work-life balance: Hybrid work model balancing office days with remote work, plus progressive parental leave benefits.
• Wellness: Access to confidential counseling, information services, and a benefits program supporting health and wellness.
• Leadership: Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contributions and encourage innovation.
• Diversity and inclusion: Embrace and encourage diversity in gender identity, age, experience, nationality, and more, fostering mutual trust and respect.

Pay

USD 88,000 – 100,000 per annum.