Geotechnical Engineer -Project Manager

AECO; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Burnaby/ Vancouver region is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer - Project Manager to lead consulting delivery on infrastructure projects. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, risk, and quality while mentoring junior staff and serving as the primary client interface.

This role emphasizes strong technical writing, communication, and project leadership, with opportunities to deliver municipal and provincial projects across Metro Vancouver and nearby regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related field with relevant experience.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Experience delivering geotechnical investigation programs and preparing reports for analysis, design and construction.
• Proven ability to manage clients, budgets, and schedules in a consulting environment.
• Registered or eligible for P.Eng. and geotechnical practice in BC is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary day-to-day client contact and lead client meetings.
• Define scope, deliverables, and manage scope changes and risk.
• Develop budgets and schedules; support invoicing and financial tracking.
• Ensure quality and safety in field and office activities across projects.
• Mentor junior staff and manage project teams to deliver on time and on budget.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication

Client management

Budget management

Schedule management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

• Primary Location: CA - Burnaby, BC - 3292 Production W
• Compensation: CAD 112,000 - CAD 160,000 - yearly

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is currently seeking aGeotechnical Engineer -Project Managerto lead consulting delivery of engineering services for various infrastructure projects in the Vancouver and other regions. We will rely on you to managescope, schedule, budget, risk, and quality, while serving as a key client interface and mentor to junior staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Client leadership:Act as the primary day-to-day client contact; lead meetings, manage expectations, and maintain strong relationships.
• Business development support:Support proposal writing, scope development, and client presentations; identify follow-on opportunities and help grow key accounts in Metro Vancouver and surrounding areas.
• Scope & change management:Define scope, assumptions, exclusions, and deliverables; manage change requests, contract amendments, and commercial risk.
• Budget & schedule management:Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, resourcing plans, and schedules; support invoicing in coordination with finance operations.
• Quality & safety leadership:Ensure deliverables meet quality expectations; champion health & safety in field and office activities.
• Deliver projects on time and on budgetwith strong technical quality.
• Maintain positive client feedback and repeat work secured through excellent delivery and communication.
• Support teams through effective planning, mentoring, and clear accountability.
• Identify risks early with clear mitigation plans (technical and commercial).

Working Conditions

• Mix of office work andlocal site visitswithin Metro Vancouver and nearby regions.
• Periodic field oversight during drilling/investigation programs and construction support as required.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degreein Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (or related) + 6 years of related experience.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Experience deliveringgeotechnical investigation programs and producing/reviewing interpretive reports and recommendations suitable for analysis, design and construction.
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical engineering practice inBC(site characterization, groundwater, soils/rock, analysis and design, seismic considerations, construction support).
• Proven ability to manageclients, budgets, and schedules in a consulting environment.
• Demonstrated strength in technical writing, effective communication, and interpersonal collaboration.
• Demonstrated track record in successfully delivering local infrastructure projects for municipal and provincial clients (e.g., Metro Vancouver, MOTI).

Preferred Qualifications

• P.Eng. (Engineers and Geoscientists BC)in good standing (or eligibility to register).
• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Typically10+ yearsof geotechnical consulting experience with demonstrated project management responsibility (site investigation through report/design/construction support).
• Experience in one or more of: transportation, marine/coastal, water/wastewater, tunnels, earthworks, landslides, or major urban development.

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.