Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Requirements

• 12+ years experience in geotechnical engineering
• B.Sc. or Master’s degree in Geology, Civil Engineering, or Mining Engineering, with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering, and have over eight years of experience in the field
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in good standing in Ontario
• Valid driver’s license is required, along with a readiness to travel to remote sites
• Experience as an Engineer of Record (EOR) is strongly desired

Responsibilities

• Planning, supervising and executing comprehensive geotechnical investigations, which include logging, sampling, and evaluating soil, bedrock, and groundwater conditions
• Conducting field and laboratory tests on soil and rock samples, installing geotechnical instrumentation, monitoring data, and interpreting findings to inform project decisions
• Preparing detailed geotechnical reports, including safety reviews, slope stability and condition assessments
• Designing and planning excavation methods, assessing risks related to slope instability and erosion, and producing technical drawings and models
• Managing project budgets and schedules while coordinating team efforts, contributing to technical and cost proposals, and collaborating with environmental scientists to promote sustainable practices and compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards
• Performing complex technical work and providing senior reviews, offering guidance and mentoring to engineers on smaller projects, managing budgets, and overseeing project scope and workload
• Building effective relationships with Project Directors, Managers, and clients to ensure smooth communication and issue resolution
• Leading and providing direction to team members, fostering their professional development

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.