Officer, Design and Construction – Edmonton, AB
City : Edmonton
Category : Direct Hire
Industry : Recruitment/Staffing
Employer : The Adecco Group
Adecco is currently hiring a full-time Design and Construction Officer to support our client’s growing operations across Western Canada. This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading infrastructure organization and contribute to rail capacity expansion projects that play a critical role in Canada’s transportation network.
This role is ideal for an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) looking to build hands-on experience in project management, design, and construction within a dynamic and safety-driven environment.
Our Diversity & Inclusion Statement
At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. This position is open to individuals who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, and/or Métis, the Indigenous peoples of Canada. Through this initiative, Adecco is taking proactive measures to support the equitable representation of Indigenous peoples in the workforce in alignment with section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Design & Construction team to deliver projects on time, within scope, and budget
- Conduct site visits to assess conditions and support project execution
- Support in-service projects and scheduled work blocks (including occasional off-hour work)
- Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including municipalities, utilities, and government agencies
- Review drawings, standards, and technical documentation, identifying gaps and ensuring quality
- Contribute to project planning, design reviews, and construction support
- Participate in responding to operational emergencies when required (e.g., derailments, washouts)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation
- 1–3 years of experience in project management or infrastructure design
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to rural/remote sites
- Exposure to rail or linear infrastructure projects
- Knowledge or interest in:
- Surveying
- Geotechnical engineering
- Track geometry
- Hydrology and grading
- Experience with construction specifications, estimating, or technical writing
- Safety-first mindset
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Self-starter with the ability to manage priorities independently
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Adaptability in a dynamic and evolving environment
- Continuous learning and innovation mindset
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada
Land Acknowledgement
Adecco acknowledges that our head office is located in Tkarón:to/Toronto, on the traditional territory of many Nations, including the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, the Huron-Wendat, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. We recognize that our teams operate in offices and communities across the country, on the ancestral and contemporary lands of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. We’re committed to continued learning, respectful relationships, and taking meaningful actions in partnership with Indigenous communities.