Geotechnical Field Engineer/Inspector

At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. As a trusted engineering, management, and development consultancy, we work with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes that make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve.

When you join us as an experienced professional, you will bring your expertise to work that matters while continuing to grow your career. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines and geographies, contribute your perspective, and help shape better outcomes through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity.

Build on your experience while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside talented people on complex and rewarding projects that make a real difference. We value fresh perspectives, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career. Whether you're deepening your technical expertise, broadening your leadership experience, or exploring new opportunities across our business, you'll be supported by a team that is committed to helping you succeed.

We are looking for a talented, motivated, and experienced Geotechnical Field Engineer/Inspector (Construction Support) to support an iconic construction project in GTAA. In this position, you will work alongside our Senior Geotechnical and Structural Engineers (EORs) to review construction field activities to ensure they are in accordance with the design requirements.

As a Geotechnical Field Engineer / Inspector (Construction Support), your responsibilities would include:

• Providing inspection services during the construction of multiple elements of this critical project – in particular including:
  • Release of hold/witness points (inspection and verification of subgrade, proof rolls, cleanliness of drilled shafts etc.)
  • Monitoring of geotechnical related field activities (piling, ground improvement, shallow footings, material placement, excavations/shoring, trenching and backfilling, earthworks, reinforced earth construction, dewatering, monitoring and instrumentation etc.)
  • Review of construction records (material testing, compaction testing, general quality records etc.)
  • Upholding our commitment and culture to quality work and a healthy and safe work environment
• Review of test plans and work plans as they relate to the design requirements/intent.
• Preparing daily shift reports documenting HSE, work progress, hold and witness points, and overall quality of work performed during each shifts. Shifts are typically 8 to 10 hrs/day 5 days/week with occasional requirements for extended hours, night work, weekend work and/or a 6 day workweek to support the construction schedule.
• Working collaboratively with the Engineer, the Contracting Authority and Contractor teams to support delivery of multiple elements of this critical project.
  • Responsibilities include:
    • reviewing submittals and requests for information (RFIs)
    • Coordinating and managing engineer inspections
    • Monitoring contractor performance
    • Witnessing construction activities
    • Providing sign off at construction hold points and communicating key issues to the relevant project teams.

The candidate must have the following experience:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry / project experience / construction experience, particularly for supervising construction of deep and shallow building foundations and Geotechnical Engineering (full-time site experience would be considered an asset).
• Experience of working within an operational airport would be considered is an asset.
• Experience putting design plans into practice on construction sites.
• Effective oral and written communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills; ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of staff and clients.
• An academic background, including Bachelor’s degree and/or Diploma in Civil or Geotechnical/Geological Engineering would be considered an asset.
• Hold or be working towards P. Eng or CET status would be an asset.
• Must be flexible to meet project schedule requirements including evening, weekends and night shifts.

Bring your expertise, curiosity, and drive to make a difference. If you are ready to join a collaborative consultancy where your perspective is valued, your growth is supported, and you are empowered to lead with integrity, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits & Rewards

The expected salary range for this position is from $100,000 - $122,000.

Multiple factors such as qualifications, overall experience, and position responsibilities will be used to determine the successful candidate's actual salary within the expected rang