Senior Geotechnical Engineer, for COWI in North America

OverviewSenior Geotechnical Engineer to join COWI in North America. The role involves leading engineering analysis, design, and technical reports for tunnels and various underground structures, such as deep shafts, cut-and-cover structures, and mined tunnels and caverns for metro transit, infrastructure, bridges, or hydroelectric power projects. The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, manage own tasks in terms of budget, quality, and timelines, and support multiple tunneling projects and/or metro stations.ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and lead geotechnical investigations and the design, implementation, and oversight of medium to large exploration programs.Perform and review technical analysis, calculations, and designs for foundations, retaining walls, slope stability, seismic factors, and related structures.Supervise and review the work of geotechnical engineers, including reports, drawings, cost estimates, specifications, contracts, and construction support.Manage project planning to ensure work is fit for purpose, completed on schedule, and within budget.Provide project management, technical oversight, and mentorship while promoting high standards of professionalism, quality, safety, and continuous learning.Classify, interpret, and characterize ground conditions from geotechnical data for various structures, prepare reports (GIRs, GDRs), and contribute to the review and approval of design deliverables, including technical memoranda and construction drawings.Provide input on digital delivery and information management of projects from conception through to completion.QualificationsA Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering.Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license in Ontario or British Columbia.Minimum 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience on transportation and infrastructure projects.Familiarity with the Canadian Foundation Engineering Manual, CSA Codes, National Building Code, and Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code.Experience specifying ground investigations, including borehole/test locations and field/laboratory test schedules.Skilled in interpreting ground investigations for engineering parameters and producing Geotechnical Interpretative Reports (GIRs) and Geotechnical Design Reports (GDRs).Experience designing geotechnical structures (such as deep retaining walls and slope stability) with experience in settlement/ground movement calculations and tunnel projects.LocationThe position will be based in COWI’s Toronto Office or North Vancouver office.What we offerBeing part of the COWI community offers more than just a competitive salary. We take care of our people both professionally and personally. Some benefits include:Flexible working arrangementTop-up parental and childbirth recovery leaveFull-time hires receive minimum 3 weeks vacation to startFloating holiday to celebrate employee diversityPaid sick leaveAnnual Fitness spending account (ski pass, yoga, gym)Group RRSP program with company matchingPersonal and professional development fundParking or public transit allowanceExtended Health coverage with 100% of premiums paid by usEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life InsuranceReferral incentive programFrequent social eventsBase compensation: $106,000 to $146,000 for North Vancouver location only. Actual compensation is subject to variations due to education, experience, skill set, and location.Equal opportunityCOWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, COWI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training information.Seniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionProject Management, Consulting, and EngineeringIndustriesCivil Engineering and Business Consulting and Services #J-18808-Ljbffr