Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Stantec; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 112,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Professional membership fee coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec in Burnaby, BC is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead complex geotechnical projects across Canada. You will design, analyze, and manage geotechnical investigations and construction support, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable infrastructure.

The role requires a Civil/Geotechnical degree, P.Eng in good standing, and 15+ years of BC experience. You’ll mentor junior staff, guide proposals, and contribute to innovation initiatives while advancing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geological, Civil, or Geotechnical Engineering; Master’s/PhD asset.
• Professional Engineer in good standing with EGBC (P.Eng) or eligible to obtain license in BC.
• 15+ years of relevant BC experience.
• Knowledge of BC/Canada codes and standards.
• Experience with geotechnical software (GeoStudio, LeapFrog, Rocscience).
• Strong client, sub-consultant and contractor management.
• Supervision/mentoring of junior staff; project management desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support design, analysis, and construction of infrastructure across Canada (transportation, water, etc.).
• Prepare proposals with scopes and budgets.
• Lead complex analyses using state-of-the-practice software.
• Manage geotechnical-focused and multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor colleagues and foster technical excellence.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and build client relationships.
• Perform geotechnical analyses and develop design recommendations (shallow/deep foundations, slope stability, seismic hazards).
• Contribute to business development and market expansion initiatives.
• Drive innovation through digitization and state-of-practice analyses.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

P.Eng in good standing

Client management

Project management

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Geotechnical software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geological, Civil, or Geotechnical Engineering

Master’s or PhD (asset)

Tools

GeoStudio

LeapFrog

Rocscience

LPile

Settle 3D

Job description

Build the foundation for a successful career in geotechnical engineering with a great team. When we say we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site, and in the lab. We work in and outdoors, above and below ground, over and under water, on projects large and small. From field exploration and lab testing to designing and managing the construction of complex geotechnical structures, our team does rock-solid work.

Join our team and discover the opportunities that await.

Job Description

Make a Lasting Impact with Stantec

Are you a passionate about making a positive impact in communities across Canada and Globally? At Stantec, we’re dedicated to creating sustainable and innovative solutions that shape a better world. As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer you’ll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team tackling complex geotechnical projects in a supportive and inclusive environment.

We offer flexible work arrangements, competitive compensation, and a strong commitment to your professional growth. At Stantec, you’ll find the flexibility to shape your career path with opportunities to deepen your technical expertise, explore project leadership, strengthen client engagement, or pursue new areas of interest. If you’re ready to advance your career while working on projects that truly matter, we invite you to bring your expertise and passion to Stantec.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Work: Contribute to major projects that protect communities, support sustainable development, and are critical to improving resiliency as we adapt our new and existing infrastructure in response to a changing climate.
• People-Focused Culture: Be part of a close-knit, diverse team where your voice is heard and your growth is supported.
• Small-Company Feel, Big-Company Resources: Experience the agility and camaraderie of a small business, backed by the resources and opportunities of a global leader.
• Innovative Environment:Leverage cutting-edge tools (UAVs, AI-integrated solutions) and contribute to Stantec’s Innovation Office and Digital Center of Excellence.
• Career Advancement:Navigate your professional journey with Stantec’s Career Advancement Wheel, offering structured pathways for technical growth, leadership, and cross-disciplinary exploration.
• Technical Leadership:Apply your expertise to collaborate with and work alongside industry leaders and mentor junior staff though complex analyses and developing high-quality deliverables.
• Flexibility:Enjoy Hybrid and remote work options, flexible benefits, and vacation policies that align with your experience.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Our geotechnical practitioners work collaboratively to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and communities on unique projects Nationally and Globally. As a senior geotechnical engineer, you will have the opportunity to:

• Support the design, analysis, and construction of all types of infrastructure projects across Canada spanning from transportation, commercial/industrial developments, water and wastewater, transmission and oil & gas.
• Prepare proposals (developing scopes and budgets).
• Leadcomplex analysis using state of the practice software.
• Manage and coordinate geotechnical-focused and multidisciplinary project teams, commensurate with your experience and capabilities.
• Mentorcolleagues across a breadth of experience fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Collaboratewith multidisciplinary teams while building strong, productive relationships with clients, colleagues, and industry partners.
• Work closely with staff to perform geotechnical engineering analyses and design; develop recommendations; and prepare geotechnical reports addressing issues such as site preparation, ground improvement options, shallow and deep foundation design, settlement, slope stability, seismic hazards, and other related project considerations.
• Contribute to business development, proposal preparation, and market expansion initiatives.
• Drive innovation by leading or contributing to digitization initiatives, advancing state of practice analyses, market research, and the development of emerging technologies, with a focus on climate change adaptation, risk, and liability reduction.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geological, Civil, or Geotechnical Engineering (Master’s or PhD an asset).
• Professional Engineer in good standing with EGBC, with P.Eng. designation, or eligibility to obtain a license to practice in British Columbia.
• 15+ years of relevant industry experience in British Columbia.
• Knowledge of relevant British Columbia and Canadian codes, guidelines and standards.
• Experience with geotechnical software solutions (GeoStudio™, LeapFrog, Rocscience, LPile, Settle 3D).
• Familiar with local bylaws and design codes (e.g., BCBC, NBCC, CSA-S6-14).
• Strong client, sub-consultant, and contractor management experience.
• Liquefaction assessments and site-specific response analysis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the consulting business and understanding the critical nature of practical value-driven solutions which are not always the most technically complex.
• Excellent organizational ability, report writing, and verbal communication.
• Experience in supervision, guidance, development, and mentoring of junior staff.
• Previous experience working in an engineering consulting environment.
• Previous project management experience is highly desirable.
• Experience with Alternative Project Delivery methods (e.g., Design-Build) would be an asset.
• Demonstrated ability and desire to work with and contribute to a larger team.

Are you a motivated individual who does not meet all the desired criteria? We still encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences and perspectives.

About us:

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Ready to make a difference?

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About the Team

Pay Transparency:In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to a wellness program.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health care spending account.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to wellness spending account.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to group registered retirement savings plan.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to employee stock purchase program.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to group tax-free savings account.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to short-term/long-term disability plans.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to emergency travel benefits.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to tuition reimbursement.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to professional membership fee coverage.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Job Info

• Locations 500-4515 Central Boulevard, Burnaby, BC, V5H 0C6, CA (Hybrid)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Staff Type Category HE - Hourly Exempt
• Minimum Experience (Total Years) 15
• Pay Range 3 Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$111,700.00 - $167,600.00 Annually