Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer at Stantec in Dartmouth, NS | Kablio

Role

Description

geotechnical design

instrumentation

field supervision

risk management

safety leadership

investigation management

Leading by example for Stantec’s Health and Safety Framework
Building and maintaining your knowledge of relevant Canadian and global dam standards, industry guidelines and current industry practices
Supporting engineering design and assessment of geological and/or geotechnical systems involving slope stability and settlement analysis, internal erosion assessment, monitoring programs, and others
Supervising and supporting field staff working in the field, which may include borehole drilling, construction site review, and instrumentation installation and monitoring
Installing and operating instrumentation equipment, including piezometers, inclinometers and other geotechnical instruments
Participating in Stantec’s risk management and quality procedures
Supporting management of geotechnical investigations, including field coordination with subcontractors, preparation of laboratory testing schedule, documentation of the results, and budget management

Requirements

civil3d

plaxis

instrumentation

slope stability

numerical modelling

driver's license

Strong oral and written communication skills
Learning and increased proficiency with civil and geotechnical software, which could include CIVIL3D, GeoStudioTM, LeapFrog, Rocscience, FLAC® and/or Plaxis
Experience with instrumentation installation, geotechnical investigations, slope stability analysis, and numerical modelling are considered assets
Valid Driver’s License
Willingness to work independently on assigned tasks, with support from technical leaders
Eagerness to participate and collaborate in a project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought
Strong technical skill set and a learning mindset

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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.

Culture + Values

We Put People First
We Do What is Right
We Are Better Together
We Are Driven to Achieve

Environment + Sustainability

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)

Inclusion & Diversity

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

Articles

Contact Our Media Team

Stantec Careers

Reddit – ‘Anyone work at Stantec environmental field tech how is it !’

Reddit – ‘Stantec and everyone else is desperate for people with any experience’

Stantec Projects & Portfolio (site search)

Role

Description

geotechnical design

instrumentation

field supervision

risk management

safety leadership

investigation management

Leading by example for Stantec’s Health and Safety Framework
Building and maintaining your knowledge of relevant Canadian and global dam standards, industry guidelines and current industry practices
Supporting engineering design and assessment of geological and/or geotechnical systems involving slope stability and settlement analysis, internal erosion assessment, monitoring programs, and others
Supervising and supporting field staff working in the field, which may include borehole drilling, construction site review, and instrumentation installation and monitoring
Installing and operating instrumentation equipment, including piezometers, inclinometers and other geotechnical instruments
Participating in Stantec’s risk management and quality procedures
Supporting management of geotechnical investigations, including field coordination with subcontractors, preparation of laboratory testing schedule, documentation of the results, and budget management

Requirements

civil3d

plaxis

instrumentation

slope stability

numerical modelling

driver's license

Strong oral and written communication skills
Learning and increased proficiency with civil and geotechnical software, which could include CIVIL3D, GeoStudioTM, LeapFrog, Rocscience, FLAC® and/or Plaxis
Experience with instrumentation installation, geotechnical investigations, slope stability analysis, and numerical modelling are considered assets
Valid Driver’s License
Willingness to work independently on assigned tasks, with support from technical leaders
Eagerness to participate and collaborate in a project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought
Strong technical skill set and a learning mindset

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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.

Culture + Values

We Put People First
We Do What is Right
We Are Better Together
We Are Driven to Achieve

Environment + Sustainability

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)

Inclusion & Diversity

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

Articles

Contact Our Media Team

Stantec Careers

Reddit – ‘Anyone work at Stantec environmental field tech how is it !’

Reddit – ‘Stantec and everyone else is desperate for people with any experience’

Stantec Projects & Portfolio (site search)