Geotechnical Practice Leader

Description

The Geotechnical Practice Leader will drive the expansion of Langan's geotechnical discipline in Calgary, overseeing client development, staff mentorship, and the delivery of high‑quality technical reports, specifications, and design solutions. This role offers the chance to shape a multi‑disciplinary practice, manage complex projects, and contribute directly to the firm’s growth and reputation in the region.

Key duties include growing existing client relationships while acquiring new business, guiding and reviewing the work of engineers, leading proposal development and project coordination, and ensuring technical excellence across reports, plans, and design recommendations. The leader will also manage budgets and schedules, support excavation design and advanced analysis, supervise field activities such as log borings, and handle additional tasks as needed.

• Expand geotechnical services to existing clients and develop new business using professional networks and Langan's multidisciplinary capabilities.
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and review of staff work.
• Lead proposal preparation, project coordination, client management, and billing processes.
• Oversee creation of technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and geotechnical recommendations.
• Manage multiple projects within defined budgets, schedules, and deadlines, monitoring timelines and costs.
• Support excavation designs and conduct Plaxis 3D analysis.
• Manage log borings and conduct construction observations.

Requirements

Ideal candidates hold a master’s in Geotechnical Engineering (with a civil engineering bachelor’s), are licensed Professional Engineers, and bring more than 15 years of relevant experience. They demonstrate strong leadership, business development acumen, and a robust network, particularly in the New England area, as well as extensive field and office expertise in geotechnical investigations, design, and inspection. Proficiency with software tools such as gINT, PLAXIS, and related programs, along with excellent communication, analytical abilities, and a willingness to perform field work, are essential.

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering with a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 15+ years of relevant geotechnical experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to develop engineering teams aligned with business objectives.
• Strong business development skills with a relationship‑focused approach and a robust New England network.
• Experience in geotechnical investigations and construction inspections.
• Office experience coordinating investigations, field work, report preparation, and specification writing.
• Field expertise in earthwork, pile construction, load testing, footings, subgrade and backfill inspection, ground improvements, retaining wall design, and excavation support systems.
• Proficiency with software such as gINT, Slide/SLOPE/W, PLAXIS, LPILE, GRLWEAP, MSEW, and SHAKE.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, multitasking, and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Willingness to perform some field work.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Benefits

Langan offers a comprehensive compensation package that includes full‑time employment, extended health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, a group retirement savings plan, paid time off (including parental and military leave), and bonuses for referrals and professional licensure. Employees also benefit from flexible schedules, extensive training, wellness programs, mentorship initiatives, employee resource groups, and a commitment to equal employment opportunities for all, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance