About our client:

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Our client is a premier engineering consulting firm specializing in Geotechnical, Environmental, and Materials Engineering, as well as testing and monitoring services. Our client is based in Western Canada with a strong presence in Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan.

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The Opportunity:

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Working closely with a team of talented engineers and technologists, you provide cost-effective, quality, and timely geotechnical engineering recommendations for a wide range of site developments in the Oil and Gas, Industrial, Commercial and Residential sectors throughout Western Canada.

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Responsibilities:

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• Manage medium to large geotechnical projects and coordinate smaller projects and tasks for junior staff

• Technically review and oversee activities including field exploration, laboratory analysis, reporting, field monitoring and testing.

• Provide detailed geotechnical analysis and design tasks.

• Prepare and review proposals, field reports and technical documents.

• Manage costs, vendor coordination and work with field personnel.

• Conduct interaction with management, co-workers, contractors, and subcontractors.

• Be a responsible role model and mentor for junior engineers and technical staff.

• Practice industry principles, procedures, and practices of geotechnical consulting.

• Have a working knowledge of the instruments and apparatus used in geotechnical monitoring and investigation projects and perform routine maintenance on test equipment.

• Complete assignments in a timely manner meeting business deadlines.

• Be an independent analytical thinker, anticipate, troubleshoot, and solve problems as they arise.

• Adhere to all company health and safety policies and Provincial legislation.

• Be a company ambassador in dealings with clients, vendors, and third-party contractors.

 

Qualifications:

 

• Graduate from a Canadian recognized university program in civil or geological engineering. Master's degree or higher preferred, but candidates with relevant degrees are encouraged to apply.

• Current APEGA membership as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng. designation), or registration in good standing in another Canadian jurisdiction.

• At minimum 10 years of geotechnical report writing and consulting.

• A strong background in geohazard assessment, slope assessment, earth structures and foundation engineering.

• Knowledgeable in the use of Slope/W software.

• Knowledge of current professional practices and technological advancements in geotechnical engineering.

• Preference given to applicants who demonstrate an understanding of soils mechanics related to slope assessments and pipelines, and familiarity with materials engineering and geo-environmental assessment.

• A solid grasp of the English written and spoken language and can demonstrate excellent comprehension.

• Flexibility to travel and work away from home to meet the needs of our clients.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian Engineering Standards and Codes applicable for working in Alberta and other parts of Canada.

• Effective people skills with a proven ability to manage clients and technical staff.

• Attention to detail and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Great attitude and work ethic.

• Team orientated with a commitment to safety excellence.

• Valid Alberta Driver’s license, insurable and able to provide a 3-year driving abstract.

 

Salary:

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• $125,000.00-$160,000.00 per year, based on experience

 

For more information on this role, or to be considered for this role, please send your resume to: info@calrossconsulting.com

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