Geotechnical Eit

**THE OPPORTUNITY**:
Reporting to the Geotechnical Lead, this position is a great opportunity to join a growing team of engineers and field technicians. This role is mainly office based but may require field work on an as needed basis.

**WHY WORK FOR US**:

- **Positive workplace culture** - We offer a competitive suite of benefits and programs, including an employer paid benefit plan, generous sick days and vacation time, Group Deferred Profit Sharing, Health Savings/ Tax Savings Account, performance bonuses and competitive salaries. WATT is a privately-owned firm that is proud to include employee ownership.
- **Workplace balance & flexibility** - Whether you are an emerging professional that still wants time to see the world, a new parent craving a schedule that works better for your family, or an experienced senior professional looking to downshift, our workplace offers many flexible arrangements that can better blend work and your personal life.
- **Collaborative leadership**:

- Our organization believes strongly in diverse and collaborative leadership. Wherever possible we provide opportunities for all staff to be involved in shaping and improving the work we do, contributing to the development of our organization, and setting a course for the future.
- **We walk (and bike) the talk**:

- We are focused on creating safer, more sustainable, and livable communities and we take action in our own offices and regions. Our offices are centrally located and equipped to support travel to them on foot, by bike and e-scooter and by transit.
- **Agility, innovation, and responsiveness** - As a smaller consulting company, we are proud of our ability to respond quickly to new ideas and opportunities, as well as challenges as they arise. We are a company of fun, warm, innovative and solution-focused individuals and we welcome (and invite) other like-minded folks to contribute to a more positive future together with us.

**WHAT YOU WILL DO**:

- Prepare proposals, budgeting and scheduling of technical field staff;
- Maintain equipment inventory and ensure calibrations are up to date.
- Review, compile, and submit Daily Field Reports.
- Prepare and update department standard practice procedures and reporting templates.
- Successfully develop relationships with engineers, technologists, technicians, and construction personnel.
- Perform Geotechnical Materials Testing including compaction testing using a nuclear gauge and concrete testing to CSA Standards.
- Collaborate with the Engineering team to coordinate the preparation of Engineering Drawings and Reports.
- Assist with technical analyses/calculations for slopes, shallow and deep foundations
- Plan, conduct, and supervise geotechnical investigations.
- Prepare borehole logs, field reports, and assist with the preparation of reports and recommendations, plans, and specifications.

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- A Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution
- Previous experience performing Geotechnical materials testing including compaction and concrete testing.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and organization skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite. Experience in gINT, Slope W, Seattle 3D would be considered an asset.
- Experience with reporting writing would be an asset.
- TDG Class 7 training
- Class 5 drivers license, or equivalent is a requirement for this position

**Please Note**:**Watt Consulting Group is a dynamic and growing organization, as a result the above role and responsibilities may change as the requirements of Watt Consulting Group business change.