Project Geotechnical Lead
Stantec
Lead geotechnical design and analysis for dams, spillways, and related structures.
7 days ago ago
$117,800 - $189,600
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
San Diego
Office Full-Time
Company Size
32,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Planning
Engineering
Architecture
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Surveying
Environmental Sciences
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
geotechnical design
seepage modeling
risk analysis
technical reports
regulatory interface
project management
- Support feasibility studies by identifying challenges and developing technically sound solutions.
- Adhere to company safety protocols and lead by example in planning and executing work in a safe and responsible manner.
- Maintain working knowledge of regulatory frameworks and design standards from DSOD, USACE, USBR, and FERC.
- Stay current with evolving dam safety regulations, design tools, and risk assessment methodologies through professional engagement and ongoing training.
- Lead geotechnical and civil design for embankment and concrete dams, spillways, outlet works, and appurtenant structures.
- Participate in FERC Part 12D reviews, Potential Failure Mode Analysis (PFMA) workshops, and Risk Informed Decision Making (RIDM) based assessments.
- Manage project teams (1–10 staff) through all phases of design, from site investigation to final deliverables, while fostering the growth and technical development of junior staff.
- Develop design drawings and technical specifications for various levels of design (e.g., 30%, 60%, 90%, 100% design).
- Conduct and oversee design calculations and technical analyses, including seepage modeling, slope stability, deformation, and foundation evaluations, using SEEP/W, SLOPE/W, FLAC, PLAXIS, Phase2, etc.
- Provide technical input on proposals, cost estimates, and construction planning.
- Support business development through client engagement, pursuits, and identification of talent.
- Contribute to internal initiatives focused on knowledge sharing, innovation, and quality management.
- Prepare and lead development of technical reports including Geotechnical Work Plans, Geotechnical Data Reports (GDRs), Geotechnical Baseline Reports (GBRs), technical memoranda, computation packages, feasibility studies, field reports, and other design and evaluation reports.
- Interface with regulatory agencies (e.g., FERC, DSOD, USACE) to support permitting and compliance.
- Travel to project sites domestically and internationally, as needed, for investigation and reviews.
- Develop familiarity with regulatory agency requirements, technical design standards, and industry standards and guidelines.
What you bring
dam engineering
geotechnical
bachelor’s
geostudio
plaxis
pe license
- Minimum of 3 years dedicated to dam engineering (e.g., investigation, evaluation, design, construction).
- 10 to 15 years of professional experience in geotechnical engineering.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university (required); Master’s degree preferred.
- Proficient in geotechnical software such as GeoStudio (SEEP/W, SLOPE/W), FLAC, PLAXIS, and Phase2.
- Demonstrated leadership on large dam projects.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Willingness to travel to project sites, both nationally and internationally.
- Working knowledge of the principles of civil/geotechnical engineering.
- PE license (required); California PE preferred or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1954
Year Established
The company was established as a one-person environmental engineering practice in 1954.
MWH Global in 2016
Acquisition Year
Completed the acquisition of MWH Global to enhance expertise in water and natural resources.
450+ Offices
Global Presence
Operates across more than 450 offices on six continents, showcasing extensive global reach.
6 Continents
Geographic Reach
Maintains a strong presence on six continents through strategic expansion.
- Began as a one-person environmental engineering practice and has grown through strategic geographic and service expansion.
- Publicly listed on the NYSE and TSX, Stantec has completed major acquisitions to bolster expertise and strengthen global infrastructure portfolio.
- Headquartered in the iconic Stantec Tower in Edmonton, the company has delivered landmark projects like the Panama Canal Expansion and high-profile community developments.
- Leverages interdisciplinary teams of designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers.
- Typical projects span urban planning, civil infrastructure, water management, environmental assessment, energy delivery, and architectural design, serving public and private sectors.
- Blends technical prowess with visionary design in bold ventures such as designing its own mixed-use tower and leading multi-nation infrastructure projects.
- We Put People First
- We Do What is Right
- We Are Better Together
- We Are Driven to Achieve
2025
Carbon Neutrality Target
The company plans to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by the end of the fiscal year 2025.
32,000
Employees in Sustainable Projects
Over 32,000 employees are working on climate-resilient infrastructure and future-proofing cities.
- Commitment to environmental, social and governance excellence across operations and client projects
- Issued Sustainability‑Linked Loan, tying financing to ESG metrics including Bloomberg GEI and environmental targets
- Publicly reported environmental performance in annual Sustainability Report (e.g., GRI‑aligned metrics)
43% women
Female Representation in Leadership
43% of board and C‑Suite positions are held by women in 2023.
18% pay gap
Global Gender Pay Gap
The global mean unadjusted gender pay gap is 18%.
3% compa-ratio
Gender Pay Gap Improvement
North America base pay compa-ratio gender pay gap improved by 3% in 2023 compared to the prior year.
7% score improvement
Gender-Equality Index
Score improved by 7% in 2023 in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, which has been achieved for the fourth consecutive year.
- Named to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index fourth consecutive year
- Female representation: more than 50% of entry-level staff are women
- 36 Women@Stantec regional employee resource groups active globally
- First globally to link senior credit facility pricing to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index score
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