Geotechnical Field Lead – Ontario Projects

AtkinsRéalis Canada Inc.; Northwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 78,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Generous time-off policies

Training and professional development

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Field Coordinator to join the Geotechnical Practice based in Thunder Bay or Vaughan, with flexibility for Ottawa-area candidates. The ideal candidate is a Civil or Geological Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) with 5+ years of field coordination experience across Ontario.

You will plan and execute ground investigations, supervise drilling and logging, and install monitoring wells. A strong focus on HSE and cross-disciplinary teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• CET or Geology Technology Diploma with 5+ years of related experience.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute complex ground investigations for remote transportation and infrastructure projects throughout Northern Ontario.
• Perform drilling supervision, soil logging, and rock logging.
• Install and monitor geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring wells.
• Perform downhole inspections and testing, including packer testing and OTV/ATV surveys.
• Collaborate with teams to advance technology adoption and digital innovation initiatives.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary investigation projects with Team Leads, Engineers, Geologists, Project Managers, and HSE personnel.
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental procedures to protect employees, the public, and the environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license (Ontario G)

Education

CET or Geology Technology Diploma

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Field Coordinator to join the Geotechnical Practice based in Thunder Bay or Vaughan, with flexibility for Ottawa-area candidates. The ideal candidate is a Civil or Geological Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) with 5+ years of field coordination experience across Ontario.

You will plan and execute ground investigations, supervise drilling and logging, and install monitoring wells. A strong focus on HSE and cross-disciplinary teamwork is essential.