Senior Geotechnical Engineering Lead

3 weeks ago


Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada WSP Canada Full time

Join Our Team: WSP Canada is on the lookout for a dedicated Senior Geotechnical Engineer to enhance our Ground Engineering and Materials Team. This role is pivotal in managing and executing significant projects across various regions. We offer support for relocation and accommodation for candidates considering a move.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

  1. Collaborate effectively with engineering teams on geotechnical consulting initiatives;
  2. Disseminate technical expertise across regions to promote innovative solutions;
  3. Lead the development of geotechnical studies and engineering documentation, offering insights on diverse geotechnical components of projects;
  4. Provide specialized geotechnical engineering support for multi-disciplinary projects, including infrastructure like highways, bridges, and buildings;
  5. Oversee and direct projects that necessitate geotechnical investigation programs, prepare tender documents, solicit and assess bids, and assist project engineers;
  6. Identify and analyze geotechnical challenges such as settlement issues, liquefaction risks, and slope stability;
  7. Support field operations through the supervision of borehole drilling, in situ testing, and other construction activities;
  8. Undertake additional responsibilities as required within the team.

Qualifications and Skills:

  1. A degree in Geotechnical Engineering from a recognized institution;
  2. Eligibility for registration as a professional geotechnical engineer;
  3. A minimum of ten years of pertinent experience in geotechnical or geomechanics engineering;
  4. Proficiency in standard geotechnical software such as GeoStudio, Ensoft, or Rocscience;
  5. A proactive approach and self-motivation;
  6. A proven history of managing projects effectively, ensuring timely and budget-conscious completion;
  7. Capability to critically evaluate geotechnical analysis outputs.

Commitment to Safety: At WSP, health and safety are fundamental values. We expect adherence to our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policies, as well as those of our clients, during all work activities. Candidates for safety-sensitive roles must demonstrate the ability to fulfill essential physical job requirements.

WSP is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for all candidates participating in the selection process. We are committed to employment equity principles and will only contact candidates selected for further consideration.



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