Intermediate to Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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Intermediate to Senior Geotechnical Engineer (2025110471)

Thurber has an exciting opportunity for an Intermediate to Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Abbotsford, British Columbia.

Thurber provides geotechnical, environmental and construction materials engineering and testing services for a variety of industries across Canada. Our multidisciplinary expertise allows us to work on problems related to earth, the environment and construction materials. We solve problems in a wide variety of industries including transportation, building construction, municipal infrastructure, land development, dams and water resources, industrial development, mining, oil and gas, marine and environmental services.

Responsibilities

- Project management of geotechnical projects;
- Prepare and write proposals, fee estimates, and technical reports;
- Provide technical support and leadership on projects and for staff, including conducting technical reviews of calculations and analyses, as well as performing technical geotechnical analyses of stability, stress, deformation, and foundation response, utilizing a suite of software routines;
- Work with the Branch Manager or other specialists within the firm to identify and develop new opportunities;
- Provide guidance and support in coordination, preparation of cost estimates, tender submissions, technical documentation, client reports, progress reports, project scheduling / resourcing, and meeting deadlines and budgets on projects;
- Scoping projects and assisting in the preparation of proposals;
- Support mentoring, coaching and training of staff;
- Establishing, developing, promoting and maintaining relationships with clients;
- Participation in field work as needed to meet project objectives and client expectations;
- Manage projects and lead multidisciplinary teams and,
- Travel to project locations, as well as to Client offices and other Thurber Branch offices.

This intermediate to senior engineering position is primarily office-based with occasional field work,with opportunities for continued career growth within the company.

Qualifications and Assets

- Completion of a post-secondary program in Civil or Geological Engineering;
- Graduate Degree (M.Eng., M.Sc. or Ph.D.) considered an asset;
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in the Geotechnical or Geological Engineering field. Local Canadian experience strongly preferred;
- Specialized experience in foundation analysis and design is an asset;
- Proficiency with spoken and written English language is required;
- Strong attention to detail, organizational and interpersonal skills;
- An effective communicator with strong writing skills;
- Class 5 Drivers license and comfortable driving mid to full-sized pickup trucks in urban, resource road, and construction environments, in all weather conditions;
- Comfortable working in a variety of environments, including local and remote construction sites;
- Eligible for membership with EGBC;
- Strong computer skills (i.e. spreadsheet and word-processing);
- Experienced in the use of specialized geotechnical software; and,
- Ability to work independently and cooperate with a team in various environments.

Base Salary Range

- $125,000 - $165,000 per year, based on a 40-hour work week.
- The posted wage range for this position represents the range for the experience and qualifications noted in this posting.
- The offered wage may be adjusted upward for candidates whose qualifications and experience exceed those expressed in this posting.
- Candidates with less experience and qualifications may be considered at a reduced starting wage.

What we offer

Upon joining Thurber Engineering you'll be welcomed into a casual, inclusive and professional office environment where open communication is valued at all levels. We're eager to help our team reach their potential which is why many of our team members spend much of their career with us Here are the benefits of working for us in Abbotsford:

- Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals, corporate leaders, and subject matter experts across the company for mentorship and feedback.
- Our culture is respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and fun.
- We offer financial support towards professional development.
- We provide health and dental coverage, a healthcare spending account, RRSP matching, and an Employee and Family assistance program with 24/7 support online or over the phone.

About Thurber

Thurber Engineering Ltd. provides environmental, geotechnical, and materials engineering and testing services. A Canadian-owned company since 1957, we are consistently recognized for the quality of our work, the knowledge of our people, and for conducting our business with integrity.

Our team continues to grow as we build our reputation by working closely with our clients to provide timely, high-value solutions and technical support. Thurber is wholly owned by our senior employees and operates from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario.

At Thurber, we know that our success can be attributed to the hard working, innovative group of people who come in every day ready and excited to take on new challenges and solve problems. We seek out team members who work hard, innovate, and operate with integrity. Our regional diversity gives us specialized knowledge of the various and complex geological and environmental conditions across Canada.

Our Purpose:

To make a difference for people.

Our Values:

Passion:

We'redriven to deliver our best and inspire others.

Quality:

We're committedtoproviding our clients with a quality experience, in both service and product.

Caring:

We show kindness and concern for others, the environment, and the industry.

Together:

Wemake a difference for people by working with passion, quality, and care -together.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to work for a remarkable organization that takes pride in its employees - apply today

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