Are you graduating in Spring 2027 and ready to take the first step in your professional journey? Join us for our in-person Hiring Day event at our Toronto office (October 27th) or Waterloo office (October 29th). This is a unique opportunity to connect with GHD professionals, learn more about our work and culture, and explore exciting career opportunities.
If you're interested in participating in our Hiring Day and being considered for a Graduate Designer, Civil role, we encourage you to review the job description below and apply if it aligns with your career goals.
As part of the selection process, you'll be invited to complete a HireVue video interview and answer a few pre-screening questions. Candidates who successfully progress through the initial screening stage will be contacted by our recruitment team and invited to move forward in the Hiring Day process.
Help us shape a more sustainable, resilient, and connected future.
At GHD, our Design & Delivery Organisation (DDO) teams work across a diverse range of projects that support the delivery of essential infrastructure, buildings, transportation networks, environmental solutions, water systems, and energy assets.
By combining technical expertise, innovation, and collaboration, we help our clients solve complex challenges and deliver lasting value to the communities they serve.
Join our global network of professionals and be part of a team that is committed to making a positive impact while providing opportunities for professional growth and career development.
What we´re looking for:
We're seeking graduates who are eager to learn, passionate about making a positive impact, and excited to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of our communities.
Our Civil Engineering teams support a diverse range of municipal, transportation, land development, industrial, and infrastructure projects across Ontario. Civil Conveyance projects include water transmission and distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, stormwater infrastructure, trenchless rehabilitation, and road reconstruction and resurfacing. The Site Services, Land Development, and Earthworks teams are involved in the planning and design of residential subdivisions, mixed-use developments, commercial and industrial facilities, site servicing infrastructure, grading, stormwater management systems, and earthworks projects.
As an Engineering Graduate, you will work alongside experienced engineers and project teams, gaining hands-on experience in engineering analysis, design development, technical studies, report preparation, and construction support. You will contribute to servicing assessments, stormwater management analyses, grading and drainage evaluations, engineering calculations, and the preparation of technical reports such as Functional Servicing Reports, Stormwater Management Reports, design briefs, and supporting approval documentation. Working closely with municipalities, planners, clients, and multidisciplinary project teams, you will develop practical engineering and project delivery skills while gaining exposure to the full project lifecycle. From early feasibility and planning studies through approvals, detailed design, and construction, you will contribute to projects that provide essential infrastructure and create lasting value for communities throughout the province.
You will gain exposure to diverse projects across areas such as transportation, water, buildings, energy, environmental infrastructure and solid waste (landfill) developing practical engineering skills in a real-world consulting environment. Through mentorship, collaboration, and hands-on experience, you will build technical capability, strengthen your problem-solving skills, and develop an understanding of industry’s best practices.
We're looking for graduates who demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and a collaborative mindset, with strong communication skills and a commitment to continuous learning. The successful candidate will be motivated to grow professionally, contribute to team success, and help deliver sustainable solutions that create lasting value for our clients and communities.
This role can be based in any of our GTA offices (Toronto, Mississauga, Markham or Whitby) as well as Waterloo, or Ottawa office.
Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
What you will bring to the Team
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) or Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Civil Engineering, or equivalent accredited civil engineering program.
0-2 years of experience related to the role
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to think critically and approach challenges with curiosity.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in diverse and multidisciplinary teams.
A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to continuous professional development.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
The ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
A genuine interest in sustainability, innovation, and creating positive outcomes for communities.
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Salary: Toronto, Mississauga, Markham or Whitby: $72.000.- | Waterloo: $67.500.- | Ottawa: $68.500.- Salary Range is based on the preferred work location. If the selected candidate´s location differs, changes to the salary range may apply.
Artificial Intelligence: At GHD, we use AI in our applicant tracking system to improve the efficiency and fairness of recruitment. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team for a thorough evaluation.
Vacancy: This position is for an existing vacancy
As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.
Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
Open job postingAbout the company
Established in 1928 and privately owned by our people, GHD operates across five continents - Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America - and the Pacific region. We employ more than 9000 people in 200+ offices to deliver projects with high standards of safety, quality and ethics across the entire asset value chain. Driven by a client-service led culture, we connect the knowledge, skill and experience of our people with innovative practices, technical capabilities and robust systems to create lasting community benefits. Committed to sustainable development, GHD improves the physical, natural and social environments of the many communities in which we operate. We are guided by our workplace health, safety, quality and environmental management systems, which are certified by Lloyds Register Quality Assurance to the relevant international standards (ISO and OHSAS). In alignment with the global demands of water, energy and urbanisation, our aim is to exceed the expectations of our clients and contribute to their success.