Intermediate to Senior Project Technician/On Site Supervisor

Tetra Tech; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits on day one of employment

Overtime 1.5x

Work-life balance

Collaborative team environment

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech, based in Saskatoon, SK, is seeking an Intermediate to Senior Project Technician/On Site Supervisor for field-based work with travel across Saskatchewan. The role emphasizes supervision of field crews, QA/QC testing, and coordinating with stakeholders to deliver highway and roadway projects.

The candidate should have Civil Engineering education (degree/diploma) and 2+ years project management experience or 5+ years technician experience, with strong English communication and a valid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or diploma in Civil Engineering related field is preferred.
• Experience: 2+ years as project manager with PE/EIT designation or 5+ years as technician with technologist designation.
• Experience with Saskatchewan Highways projects is a strong asset.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks to ensure timely project delivery and budget adherence.
• Strong English communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise site teams, including survey crews and materials technicians; significant field component with extended travel.
• Supervise field and lab testing of soil, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt concrete (sieve analysis, density testing, slump and air entrainment, mold preparation, moisture content, etc.).
• Provide quality control/assurance on field and lab testing projects; prepare field/testing reports.
• Conduct preliminary design and construction surveying for field culverts and road construction; perform GNSS RTK surveying.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, contractors, and clients; prepare reports, memos, and letters.
• Develop scopes of work, cost estimates, project plans, schedules, and deliverables; manage sub-consultants and sub-contractors.
• Contribute to health and safety plans, project budgets and schedules; ensure compliance with QA/QC and environmental requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Planning & scheduling

Financial management

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

GNSS RTK surveying

Job description

Intermediate to Senior Project Technician/On Site Supervisor

Tetra Tech is adding a Intermediate to Senior Project Technician/On Site Supervisor to our Saskatchewan Transportation team based in Saskatoon, SK . The position will be field based, working scheduled shiftwork.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science™ to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

• Leading and supervising site teams including, survey crews, and materials technicians in support of the project. This position has a significant field component. It will require extended travel away from the office on a regular basis.
• To successfully supervise and lead a field team, the role requires strong knowledge and experience in field and laboratory testing of soil, aggregate, concrete and asphalt concrete. Tests include but are not limited to:
  • Sieve analysis and density testing using nuclear density gauges.
  • Air entrapment and slump measurement on wet concrete samples, preparing concrete cylinders for strength testing.
  • Preparation of Proctors and Marshall molds, asphalt cement content, sand equivalents, Atterberg limits and moisture content (testing is undertaken in accordance with Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways procedures, CSA and ASTM standards).
• Providing quality control and quality assurance on a variety of laboratory and field-testing projects.
• Preparing field and testing reports.
• Undertaking preliminary design and construction surveying for field culverts and road construction supervision with an emphasis on GNSS RTK surveying.
• Liaising with stakeholders, contractors and the client. Preparing project-related reports, memos, and letters.
• Review of quality assurance test results and survey calculations
• Planning projects, developing accurate scopes of work, cost estimates, project plans, schedules, and deliverables to execute high-quality projects on time and on budget for highway and roadway projects.
• Contributing to the creation and execution of project plans and implementing sub-consultant and sub-contractor agreements.
• Contributing to health and safety plans, project budgets, and schedules.
• Executing projects in compliance with Quality Management System procedures, communicate with team and client, reconcile financials, and cull and archive files upon completion.
• Ensuring environmental and safety legislative requirements are met.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Civil Engineering, or a Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent relevant experience would be an asset.
• Minimum of 2 years of construction experience as a project manager with a Professional Engineer or Engineer in Training designation, or a minimum of 5 years of construction experience as a technician with an Applied Science Technologist or Certified Engineering Technologist designation. Applicants with directly relevant experience with less than the noted years of experience may be considered.
• Experience with Saskatchewan Highways projects considered a strong asset.
• Experience with the design and construction of roads in the Canadian Prairie region would be an asset.
• Must be extremely well organized and have the ability to mange and prioritize numerous tasks to ensure a commitment to project delivery, client service, and quality management.
• Proven success in delivering high-quality projects on time and on budget.
• Outstanding relationship building skills and ability to lead and manage by influence.
• An aptitude for and interest in planning, scheduling, and financial management.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills are required.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment, is necessary.
• Must possess a valid drivers license, with a favourable driver's abstract.
• Ability and willingness to travel and work on project sites throughout Saskatchewan.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include (if applicable):

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.

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