Dir, Geotechnical
2 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Sextant Consulting Group
Full time
$120,000 - $180,000 per year
Job Description
Our client works with mining, oil and gas, and forestry companies across Western and Northern Canada, helping them tackle real-world environmental challenges. Their work includes site assessments, spill response, remediation, and regulatory support, along with broader efforts like sustainability planning and emergency management.
They're hiring a Director of Geotechnical Engineering to team up with the VP of Engineering and lead the development of their geotechnical practice.
What You'll Do:
- Build, support, and mentor a skilled and committed team.
- Foster strong relationships with clients, regulators, suppliers, and peers.
- Help grow the firm's reputation in the geotechnical space.
- Work with colleagues in environmental science and consulting to support business development.
- At least 15 years of geotechnical consulting experience.
- Professional Engineer designation.
- A strong commitment to health, safety, and wellness.
- A collaborative, caring, and positive attitude.
- Appreciation for work-life balance and a people-first culture.
- Strong organizational skills and a drive for high-quality work.
- Experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
- Deep knowledge of embankment design, slope stability, and geotechnical engineering; dam safety experience is a plus.
- Solid design, writing and communication abilities.
- A culture built on positivity, trust, empathy, and teamwork.
- Flexibility to shape your own career path.
- A company that strives to excel in everything it does.
- An employee ownership model where your voice helps shape decisions.
