Description
dam inspections
geotechnical design
site investigation
risk management
client liaison
quality control
Projects may include the design and rehabilitation of roads, buildings, hydraulic structures, slope stabilization, dams, soil dynamics, and temporary and permanent retaining structures. You will have the opportunity to work with both public and private sector clients.
- Conduct and contribute to dam safety inspections, condition assessments, and upgrade projects for concrete and earth dams.
- Mentor, train, and supervise junior and intermediate engineers, fostering their technical development and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
- Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with geotechnical projects, including natural hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, and floods.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through technical support, project updates, and contract discussions.
- Prepare proposal and bid documents in response to internal and external requests for proposals.
- Develop geotechnical engineering recommendations and prepare technical reports, including foundation design, slope stability assessments, excavation/backfill guidelines, and groundwater observations.
- Plan and design geotechnical projects by leading site investigations, including exploratory drilling, sampling, testing, and data analysis to provide actionable recommendations.
- Provide technical input and support to multidisciplinary teams on infrastructure and dam projects, including tunnels, highways, bridges, and hydraulic structures.
- Design geotechnical solutions and prepare technical drawings and specifications for earthworks, retaining structures, slope stabilization, erosion protection, and other infrastructure elements.
- Analyze field, laboratory, and geological data to assess soil and rock behavior, stability, load-bearing capacity, and settlement characteristics.
- Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to meet project objectives, schedules, and budgets.
- Oversee project execution to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery while collaborating with construction teams to verify design compliance.
- Establish and implement quality control procedures to ensure accuracy and consistency in geotechnical analyses and reporting.
- Lead, support and oversee geotechnical studies from planning through to reporting, ensuring technical excellence and quality deliverables.
Requirements
p.eng.
geotech software
soil mechanics
5+ years
leadership
communication
At CIMA+, we are seeking a skilled Intermediate or Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Earth and Environment team. The successful candidate will work within multidisciplinary teams on a variety of challenging and rewarding projects, contributing significantly to the field of geotechnical engineering. This role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop both technical expertise and project management skills in a collaborative, supportive environment.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in British Columbia, or eligibility for registration with the EGBC within 12 months.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey project status and technical information to clients and stakeholders.
- Strong leadership, mentorship, and client relationship skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects independently while collaborating in multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency with geotechnical software for slope stability, settlement, seepage, and finite element analysis.
- Solid understanding of soil mechanics, foundation design, and construction techniques.
- Experience working on Geohazards related projects will be an asset
- Minimum 5 years of geotechnical engineering experience, with a proven record of managing complex studies and leading medium- to large-scale projects.
- A degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering.
Benefits
Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.
Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to.
We offer a flexible hybrid work model, enabling a mix of remote and office-based work in Vancouver or in any of our other offices across British Columbia, allowing you to balance your professional and personal commitments.
At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people.
Welcome to CIMA+
The expected salary for this position ranges between $108 000 and $150 000 and is based on the richness and diversity of the candidate’s experience, training, skills and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate.
Welcome to people with an inspiring vision of the future and challenge seekers.
We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.
- 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Tailored training to improve your existing skills
- As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
- Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
- Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
- Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
Training + Development
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