Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer 

There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that.  

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in. Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it. 

Who are we looking for?    

We're looking for an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Vancouver, BC.  We are looking for someone who can collect and analyze geotechnical field information, coordinate field requirements with short-term plans, support the development of geotechnical designs, conduct field inspections and identify abnormalities, and prepare geotechnical reports, in addition to building and nurturing solid client relationships and helping drive sustainable revenue growth in the region.   

Our Hybrid Work Model: 

Be part of the dynamic culture  Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility.  Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment. 

In an ever-changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead. 

We're seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.  As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.      

See what the power of commitment can do for you.  

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:  

Data Collection and Analysis: Use data from a wide range of sources to analyze key themes and identify possible impacts on the business. 

Geoscientific Studies and Interpretations: Create proposals for the selection of exploration-well locations by overseeing all aspects of geological/geophysical modeling and leading the data interpretation process. 

Engineering Solutions Design: Design engineering solutions and the associated validation process to enable the realization of a design brief (for example, in terms of functionality, performance, aesthetics, and cost) that conforms to organizational and/or regulatory standards.  

Technical Developments Recommendation: Discuss and recommend more complex or innovative technical developments to improve the quality of the supporting infrastructure to better meet users' needs. 

Knowledge Management: Develop policies and processes, create best practices, set up case studies, and deliver internal knowledge-sharing sessions to capture and share knowledge among colleagues on project/program outcomes and innovative practices in a particular area of expertise and to support the practice. 

Personal Capability Building: Act as subject matter expert in an area of geotechnical engineering, policy, regulation, or operational management for the team. Maintain external accreditations and in-depth understanding of current and emerging external regulation and industry best practices through continuing professional development, attending conferences, and reading specialist media. 

Project Management: Manage a portfolio of projects while reporting to senior colleagues. 

Technical Troubleshooting: Manage complex technical troubleshooting projects, ensuring effective diagnosis of complex technical issues with equipment and experiments and the development of effective solutions. 

Exploration Plan Development: Guide wide-ranging exploration planning activities across multiple highly complex projects. 

Client & Customer Management (External): Manage important client relationships with guidance from senior colleagues or oversee relationship management with a group of more transactional clients and customers. 

What you will bring to the team: 

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or geotechnical engineering

10+ years of strong experience in the Geotechnical Engineering field 

Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng) in BC. 

Experience in supervising or managing people and leading geotechnical projects, making recommendations and providing solutions.   

Salary range: $100, ,000 based on experience. 

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As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.