Your opportunity
You are nearing the end of your educational journey and have discovered your passion. You're considering how to start your career in a place where you can be part of a team, contribute actively, and make a difference.
At Dillon, our shared values and beliefs are the foundation of our work and bind us together. It is on these values that we have based our scholarship program. We are excited to offer a one-time $7500 scholarship, which includes an offer of full-time employment, as well as up to two additional one-time scholarships of $2000 in partnership with EngiQueers Canada.
This position is located at any of our Canadian offices, and we offer flexible work hours to help balance the demands of work and personal life.
Design and Coordination
Assist project managers with a variety of multi-disciplinary projects.
Assist in the preparation of technical designs, including engineering studies , technical specifications , and design calculations.
Draft ongoing and new projects using relevant design software (e.g., CAD).
Field and Site Work
Assist with contract administration tasks, which may include construction layout , construction observation, reviewing contractor submittals, preparing progress payments , and responding to information requests.
Professional and Team Collaboration
Complete reviews of safe work practices and perform risk assessments.
Collaborate with team members from multiple disciplines.
Contribute to business development activities, such as researching client needs and preparing project proposals and presentations.
Contribute to Dillon's corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.
Travel to other Dillon offices for business upon request.
Learning and Development
Participate in the Early Career Development program.
Commit to self-development and ongoing learning
Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements, specifications, and good engineering practices will be considered an asset.
An understanding of project design and implementation activities—including the development of design drawings and reports, preparing contract documents, tendering, and contract administration—will be considered an asset.
Proficiency in the use of current design software (e.g., CAD); working knowledge of other relevant modeling or design software will be considered an asset.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (both verbal and written).
Why choose Dillon
Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation, and are empowered to continually grow and develop.
We live our core values:
Achievement: do the work to hit the target;
Continuous Development: always learning; always adapting; always growing;
Creativity: discover new possibilities;
Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard;
Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences;
Reliability: words result in actions that build trust.
In addition, we offer:
Employee share purchase plan
Dillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees.
A competitive compensation package
Comprehensive health benefits
Generous retirement savings plan
Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions
Flexible work hours and hybrid working options
Dillon values its staff and the contributions that are made each day and understands that work arrangements can differ based on personal needs and business needs. We are taking a trust-based approach to offer a variety of flexible and hybrid work options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.
Learning and Development opportunities
As a knowledge-based business, we use a composite approach to development including coaching to build the how, mentoring to share lessons, advising to round out perspectives, and co-creation of knowledge through internal learning opportunities.
Focus on Innovation
The ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of our business performance. In our culture, people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward looking solutions to today’s problems and tomorrow’s opportunities.
Employee and Family Assistance program
A variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well-being are available to all employees.
Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership
Our employees can take advantage of reduced annual membership fees.
Wellness Subsidy
Our employees can take advantage of a wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership, purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga classes and dance classes.
About Dillon
Dillon is a proudly Canadian, employee-owned, professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management. We partner with clients to provide committed, collaborative, and inventive solutions to complex, multi-faceted projects. With over 25 offices and more than 1100 employees across Canada, Dillon offers a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities.
Now operating for over 75 years, we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. Dillon has been listed as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 19 years in a row and has the distinction of being a Platinum Club member in this program.
Health & Safety at Dillon
Prospective employees are expected to fully align with Dillon's core commitment to Health & Safety. This includes active, ongoing engagement with our Health & Safety processes and platform, and the active, ongoing identification and reporting of health and safety hazards.
Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon
Dillon is committed to employment equity and an inclusive, diverse workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know. We look forward to hearing from you.
Technology enablement and the use of AI at Dillon
We invest in modern technologies to enable continuous improvement across the organization. Please be advised that Dillon Consulting utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) assisted tools to support parts of our recruitment process to increase efficiency and fairness. While AI supports this process, all hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team. By applying, you acknowledge and consent to this use.
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