Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Description

• Supervising and mentoring junior staff members.
• Preparing technical letters and reports and participating in proposal development.
• Participating in design of civil earthwork structures and development of construction specifications.
• Reviewing reports prepared by junior staff and preparing geotechnical evaluation reports including recommendations and site development in permafrost environments.
• Planning and supervising geotechnical investigations.
• Planning resources, schedules, and managing projects to be on budget and on time.
• Evaluating geologic conditions and geotechnical characteristics for assessment and design of shallow and deep foundations, retaining structures and earth structures.
• Collecting and analyzing geotechnical and permafrost information.
• Communicating with coworkers, clients, and sub consultants.
• Conducting and reviewing slope stability and embankment assessments and completing associated designs.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Developing sound technical solutions to assist in the design and evaluation of challenging geotechnical applications, particularly in permafrost environments and with a soil mechanics focus.

Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in civil or geological engineering with a preference for a master’s degree in geotechnical engineering.
• Proven capabilities in planning and supervising geotechnical investigations and in writing reports and technical communications.
• Previous experience using GeoStudio 2007 Products and MS Office is essential.
• A minimum of 12 years of relevant geotechnical engineering and foundation design experience.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in western or northern Canada.
• Strong all-round academic knowledge of geotechnical engineering.
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Arctic engineering and permafrost engineering experience is preferred, but not necessary. Experience in geotechnical reconnaissance and site characterization is essential.
• Experience or aptitude for proposal writing, client development, working in a team setting to meet timelines and other skills appropriate to consulting.
• Expertise in foundation engineering.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and possess a valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or equivalent).
• Some travel will be required in this position throughout Western Canada, and candidates must be prepared to undertake short field assignments possibly lasting up to one week at a time.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring and coaching team members.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
• Experience with engineering design software will be an advantage. Examples include Plaxis, Lpile, GRLWEAP, DYNA, FLAC and Settle 3D.\
• Previous experience in site reconnaissance and investigations to assess site suitability for development of infrastructure.

Benefits

• We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
• Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance