By Kristina Leung and Julien Gagnier, Mediacorp Canada Inc. staff editors
Description: Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd. / RJC is a consulting engineering firm that specializes in structural engineering, functional planning of parking garages, structural restoration and seismic reinforcement of heritage structures and complete building science/building envelope services.
Highlights for new grads:
Average starting salary: $50,001 to $55,000
Flexible work hours
Health benefits for new employees
In-house training program
Mentoring program
Orientation program for new employees
New entry-level positions (last year): 20
Student employment: summer and co-op
Tuition subsidies
Vacation (after first year): 2 weeks
Hiring locations across Canada: Calgary AB, Edmonton AB, Nanaimo BC, Vancouver BC, Victoria BC, Toronto ON
Typical positions for new grads: Graduates would occupy CAD Technologist, Design Engineer (EIT), Building Science Engineer (EIT), Restoration Engineer (EIT), Building Science Technologist, Restoration Technologist, IT Systems Support, Field Representative, Administrative Assistant, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable positions.
New grads hired here typically have these academic backgrounds:
Bachelor of Commerce / Business Administration: General, Accounting
Bachelor of Engineering: Architectural / Building / Construction, Civil
Community College Diploma: Accounting, Architecture Technician, Autocad, Engineering Technician, Information Technology, Office Administration, Secretarial
Doctorate (Eng.): Civil
Master of Engineering: Civil
Professional Accreditation: Accounting (CA), Accounting (CGA), Accounting (CMA), Human Resources (CHRP, CEBS), Professional Engineer
