Geotechnical Coordinator

JLP Services Inc.; Guelph; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee share/ownership program

Learning and development programs

Health benefits

Job summary

JLP Services Inc. is seeking a Junior Geotechnical Coordinator in Guelph, Ontario. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of geotechnical field experience in southwestern Ontario and a Bachelor's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering. Responsibilities include conducting field investigations, supervising drill rigs, reviewing soil samples, and preparing reports. The position offers a competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• CCIL Certifications required.
• 2-4 years of local southwestern Ontario field experience.
• Understanding of materials testing & inspection and construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and supervise drill rigs/excavators.
• Perform construction site reconnaissance and inspections.
• Review soil & rock samples and coordinate geotechnical lab testing.
• Analyze and model slope stability and foundation design.
• Prepare Geotechnical Investigation Reports and client communication.
• Train and mentor junior employees.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Technical writing

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical (Civil or Geological) Engineering

Master’s degree (asset)

Tools

AutoCAD

gINT

Slide

AqteSolv

Job description

JLP Services Inc. is currently seeking a Junior Geotechnical Coordinator.

JLP provides Geotechnical Services including investigation, materials testing & inspection, instrumentation & monitoring, shoring, excavation & monitoring, and foundation recommendations. This role requires minimum 2‑4 years of local southwestern Ontario experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations, including borehole layout, utility clearances, supervision of drill rigs/excavators, logging boreholes & test pits, and surveying.
• Perform construction site reconnaissance, observations, and inspections (footing, subgrade, retaining wall).
• Review soil & rock samples, coordinate geotechnical lab testing, and compile test results and borehole logs.
• Analyze and model slope stability, settlement, foundation design, soil retaining structures, and other geotechnical challenges.
• Prepare Geotechnical Investigation Reports, Technical Memos, Scope of Work, Client Communication, and business development documentation.
• Train and mentor junior employees.

Qualifications

• CCIL Certifications.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical (Civil or Geological) Engineering (Master’s degree is an asset).
• 2‑4 years of local southwestern Ontario field experience.
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational & critical thinking skills.
• Excellent oral & written communication skills, including technical writing.
• Understanding of materials testing & inspection, road reconstruction, rebar inspection, and general construction practices.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, gINT, Slide, AqteSolv, MS Office (AutoCAD preferred).

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on projects varying in size and complexity.
• Competitive salary and employee share/ownership program.
• Learning and development programs, training, and career building.
• Health benefits.

Local applicants only. Not an LMIA position.

Vacancy available in Toronto and Guelph offices.