Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer/Project Manager

Kingston or Ottawa, ON

Pinchin's Geotechnical Practice across Canada is quickly growing. We are looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in our Kingston or Ottawa office.

Pinchin offers a competitive salary and benefits package and a company culture that values an equitable work/life balance.  We also contribute to RRSP's, paid professional development, group employee benefits, paid community involvement, as well as several other benefits. 

The Geotechnical Engineering Group at Pinchin is an emerging practice and has been added to our service offerings to provide our current and potential clientele with the highest quality of diversified geoscience engineering to meet today's demanding market.  As a result, career advancement is based on your success at the company but is unlimited.

The ideal candidate for this dynamic and challenging role should be capable of the following:

A Day in the life of a Geotechnical Engineer at Pinchin:

• You will work with a team of engineers and technicians to deliver all types of geotechnical projects.
• You will be responsible for the delivery of small to medium sized projects, and assist in the delivery of large projects.
• Manage geotechnical investigations including field coordination, subcontractors, budget and schedule.
• Engineering design and assessment to various geotechnical systems including foundation design, slope stability, settlement analysis, etc.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and proposals.
• Prepare geotechnical reports and memorandums.
• Assist with Client Management and Business Development

What you bring to the Pinchin team

• Degree or diploma in Geotechnical, Civil or Geological Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Intermediate level experience in geotechnical engineering with project management experience.
• Either licensed or the ability to become licensed with the PEO or OACETT
• Able to work closely with our project teams across the company where geotechnical support may be of assistance, such as Environmental Due Diligence and Remediation and Building Sciences.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills, showcasing the ability to communicate effectively, as well as proactively respond to clients on time sensitive items.
• The ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from staff, clients and managers.
• Proven technical writing skills in the preparation of geotechnical engineering reports and letters for clients.

What Pinchin offers you  

• Competitive compensation, benefits, and Extended group benefits (we pay the premium) with no waiting period.
• Membership in our internal Communities of Practice, a national support network for technical problem solving and collaboration led by our top technical experts.
• Casual dress code
• Profit share bonuses and an RRSP Matching Program
• Flexible workplace to support work life balance.
• Various professional development and employee recognition programs.
• Educational and professional membership dues reimbursement.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Corporate Discount Program.

What's in it for you:  

Of course, we offer competitive salaries and great benefits, but what makes Pinchin stand out from the crowd? Above all else, we care about our employees and the world around us Our employees enjoy mentoring and career development programs, opportunities for community involvement including many environmental initiatives, a flexible workplace to support work life balance, paid personal days, three weeks' paid vacation to start, reimbursement for association membership dues, wellness spending account, social activities, team building events, corporate hotel rates and much more All of this and more in an inclusive, dynamic work environment Take a look to see all Pinchin has to offer: Pinchin Benefits

Please note that our recruitment process may involve online testing, depending on the position.  As an employee of Pinchin, you will be required by our clients to undergo security clearances and, periodically, drug and alcohol testing in order to gain access to certain job sites.   We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Pinchin however, only those selected to continue will be contacted. 

** No agency phone calls please**

Why Pinchin?

At Pinchin, our employees are the heart of our business.  If you're ready to build your skills and develop your career, we have the resources and subject matter experts to support your journey.  We provide a dynamic and forward-thinking culture that is based on honesty, integrity, and a passion for learning. 

About Us

Pinchin Ltd. is a multidisciplinary consulting firm that provides a wide range of engineering, building sciences, geosciences, environmental, and occupational health and safety solutions across Canada and the US.  We are committed to employment practices that promote a diverse and inclusive work environment.  If you require reasonable accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us. 

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