Dir, Geotechnical
1 week ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Sextant Consulting Group
Full time
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.
