CAREERS

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a thoughtful and proactive HR Coordinator to play a key role in nurturing and sustaining our company’s culture. This is not a traditional HR role focused on forms and compliance. Instead, this position centers on the intangible aspects that drive engagement, trust, and a shared sense of purpose within our organization.

This individual will act as the cultural compass of the firm — ensuring that our values are lived daily, fostering psychological safety, enhancing communication across teams, and cultivating an environment where people feel heard, supported, and motivated to do meaningful work.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Company Culture Management

• Act as an ambassador of ARKK’s core values – promote professionalism, mutual respect, and our serious commitment to technical excellence.
• Work closely with ARKK’s Senior Leadership to embed culture into daily operations, project teams, and internal communications.
• Proactively identify and address early signs of cultural misalignment through observation, informal dialogue or even structured feedback (as needed).
• Preserve and promote shared rituals that reflect the company’s identity (such as project milestones, team celebrations, and peer recognition) to ensure staff (and the company’s) achievements are consistently linked to merit and contribution.
• Support initiatives that foster autonomy, accountability, and performance-based recognition within our technical and corporate teams.

Employee Engagement

• Conduct check-ins and informal conversations across departments to gauge morale and identify alignment opportunities.
• Design and maintain a staff recognition program that reflects ARKK’s values and culture.
• Collaborate with Engineering leads to ensure onboarding, mentorship, and knowledge sharing remain consistent and culture-aligned.
• Plan and facilitate team-building activities and events that respect the nature of engineering work while encouraging team cohesion.

Technical Competency

• Provide structured support to engineering and project managers in administering performance frameworks, professional development planning, and internal HR workflows.
• Support, as needed, engineering staff transitions, promotions, and role clarifications with clear documentation and alignment to business needs.

Compliance

• Guide ARKK’s Leadership in interpreting and applying HR policy in ways that align with both legal obligations and cultural tone.
• Responsible to maintain accurate, up-to-date employee data using internal HR systems, while ensuring information is readily accessible.
• Maintain organized records of employment documents, workplace investigations, and internal policy updates.
• Ensure compliance with applicable provincial labor laws and workplace standards, especially in relation to employment practices, health & safety, and professional obligations.

 Recruitment

• Support hiring managers in defining role needs with a balance of skill fit and cultural alignment.
• Support full-cycle recruitment for both technical and administrative roles, ensuring candidates experience a professional process (Role Definition and Planning / Job Posting and Sourcing / Application Management and Screening / Interview Process / Selection and Offer / Onboarding / Cultural Integration Oversight)
• Assist in developing thoughtful onboarding plans that introduce new hires to both their teams and the company’s commitment to excellence, accountability, and merit-based growth.

Administrative Support (as needed):

• Provide ongoing support to the Office Administrative Manager, assisting with:
  • Staff communications and internal announcements
  • Coordination of meetings, events, and office-wide initiatives
  • Vendor or contractor coordination related to facilities and office supplies
  • Backup coverage for reception, scheduling, or document filing, as needed
• Act as a bridge between office operations and the HR function to ensure a cohesive and responsive workplace environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience fostering a positive, psychologically safe, and values-driven environments.
• Strong emotional intelligence and an innate ability to read between the lines in everyday interactions and verbal communications.
• Excellent communicator – written, spoken, and non-verbal.
• Able to navigate ambiguity and handle sensitive situations with care and discretion.
• Expected to be a strong listener who leads with empathy and humility.
• Experience working with leadership teams and influencing without authority.
• Passionate about building community and shaping culture intentionally.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Outstanding leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Office Suite (Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word).
• Knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices.
• Must have a deep understanding of the Employment Standards Code in Alberta, ensuring that payroll practices comply with local legislation.

POSITION DETAILS:

• Job Type: Full-time
• Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
• Schedule:
  • 40h/week
• Work Location: Office Environment

WHY JOIN ARKK?

This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact on the people, culture, and growth of a company that values technical excellence and human connection in equal measure. If you are passionate about culture, purpose, and helping people thrive—we want to hear from you.

POSITION OVERVIEW

ARKK is seeking a motivated professional to join our team as an Intermediate Civil Engineer. This role is central to the successful design, management, and delivery of civil industrial infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will lead the preparation and review of engineering designs and reports, oversee project scope, schedule, and budget, and ensure compliance with municipal, provincial, and professional standards. Strong technical expertise, coupled with the ability to manage and participate in multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with contractors, subconsultants, and regulatory authorities, is essential to this role.

In addition to technical and project management responsibilities, the position plays a key role in business development and team growth. The Engineer will contribute to proposals, support client relationship management, and actively mentor junior staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to delivering innovative, high-quality engineering solutions.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Leadership / Design and Drafting

• Lead the preparation and review of detailed engineering designs, plans, and drawings for civil infrastructure projects including land development, roadways, municipal services, and site grading.
• Oversee and perform advanced technical calculations, quantity take-offs, and cost estimates.
• Provide technical guidance and quality control for design work completed by junior engineers and drafters.
• Coordinate and conduct site investigations, field reviews, and construction supervision as required.
• Develop technical reports, feasibility studies, and recommendations for client review.

Project Management:

• Manage small to mid-sized projects or significant components of large projects, including scope, schedule, and budget control.
• Prepare project work plans, schedules, resource allocation, and manage project delivery.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, subconsultants, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Lead project meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and ensure completion of action items.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies proactively.

Compliance:

• Ensure all projects are designed and delivered in accordance with APEGA requirements, municipal bylaws, and applicable legislation.
• Lead the preparation and submission of permit applications, development approvals, and tender documentation.
• Conduct internal technical reviews and participate in company quality assurance and quality control processes.
• Stay up to date with changes in engineering standards, industry regulations, and best practices.

Business Development:

• Support senior management in identifying new business opportunities and developing client relationships.
• Prepare technical components of proposals and assist in developing project scopes and fee estimates.
• Attend industry events, conferences, and networking functions to build professional connections.
• Maintain positive, ongoing relationships with existing clients, contractors, and stakeholders.

 Recruitment:

• Contribute to hiring processes by participating in candidate interviews, co-op program selection, and onboarding activities.
• Provide mentorship, technical coaching, and performance feedback to junior staff and EITs.
• Support a collaborative, engaged, and inclusive workplace culture through leadership and participation in team initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability/status to legally work in Canada
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA.
• 6–8 years of progressive experience in civil engineering design and project management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and relevant civil engineering software (PCSWMM, GlobalMapper, HEC RAS, ArcGIS, etc.).
• Demonstrated project management experience, including managing scope, budgets, and schedules.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and client relationship management skills.
• Knowledge of Alberta municipal and provincial engineering standards and approval processes.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License and reliable transportation for site visits.

POSITION DETAILS:

• Job Type: Full-time
• Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
• Schedule:
  • 40h/week
• Work Location: Office Environment