Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Pinchin Ltd; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP Matching

Annual bonuses

Great benefits

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Pinchin Ltd is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join the Geotechnical Services team in Southern Ontario. The role focuses on leading projects, mentoring staff, and expanding client relationships across Ontario.

You will manage geotechnical investigations, provide technical direction, and contribute to business growth while delivering high-quality solutions for complex site conditions.

Qualifications

• University degree in Geotechnical, Civil or Geological Engineering or related degree and experience.
• Professional Engineering license in Ontario or eligible to register with PEO.
• 10–15 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Experience with geotechnical design for foundations, slope stability, retaining structures, earthworks, pavements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support geotechnical projects from planning to execution.
• Mentor junior staff and develop the geotechnical team.
• Support business development through client communication and relationship building.
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, proposals, and cost estimates.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Business development

Client communication

Project coordination

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Civil or Geological Engineering

Tools

Slope stability software

Seepage analysis tools

Finite element programs

Job description

Waterloo Office
Waterloo, ON N2K 4M8, CAN

• Hybrid
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SENIO001793

Description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Services

Southern Ontario

Annual Salary Range: $150,000 - $200,000

Be part of a team dedicated to delivering high-quality technical solutions that help clients navigate complex project needs. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, expand your skills, and grow within an organization that supports long-term career development.

Pinchin makes buildings and environments better. We are a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with offices across North America. Our teams bring together expertise in environmental services, compliance, building science and resiliency, occupational health and safety, sustainability, and engineering. We help clients create safe, healthy, and higher performing places through solutions that reflect innovation, care, and deep technical insight.

At Pinchin, we empower our people to uphold unwavering principles and work with purpose to create better outcomes for our clients, communities, and environments.

Pinchin is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geotechnical Services team in one of our Southern Ontario offices. This position reports to the Geotechnical Services Operations Manager for Southern Ontario.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will lead and support a variety of geotechnical projects from planning through execution, providing technical expertise, project coordination, and client support. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will perform engineering assessments, develop practical solutions for complex site conditions, mentor junior staff, and contribute to business growth while ensuring high-quality service delivery and technical excellence.

Your Impact:

Leadership:

• Mentoring, training and supervising of junior field staff
• Ensuring assigned employees are trained in and maintain company procedures, health & safety protocols, and programs
• Continue the ongoing development of our geotechnical team through supporting and encouraging technical upgrading and providing direction and mentorship on complex issues and field investigations
• Support business development through client communication, relationship building with key stakeholders, and identification of new geotechnical service opportunities

Project :

• Scheduling assessments and meetings with clients/contractors
• Assigning work to field staff as appropriate depending on workloads and in conjunction with the Operations Manager
• Preparing contract documents, proposals, and reports
• Providing clients with advice on appropriate regulations and guidelines

Technical Engineering Duties:

• Manage and/or review projects from the proposal stage through to completion, including allocation of budgets, personnel and resources, billing and client relationships.
• Maintain technical proficiency, including participation in professional practice groups and organizations
• Participate in the preparation and presentation of training programs
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee of complex geotechnical site investigations
• Complete and/or review geotechnical engineering analyses related to soil and rock conditions, slope stability, seepage, settlement, pavement design, earthworks, retaining structures, and shallow and deep foundation systems
• Provide technical direction during construction, including review of field observations, resolution of site issues, and preparation of practical recommendations for clients and project teams
• Lead the preparation and technical review of geotechnical reports, proposal documents, design recommendations, letters, and construction support documentation
• Building strong relationships with management of the geotechnical and other Pinchin service lines, including finding opportunities for partnership between the services
• Support with accounts receivables as required
• Review of cost estimates/proposals for potential clients

What You’ll Bring to Pinchin

• Excellent leadership and business development skills.
• University degree in Geotechnical, Civil or Geological Engineering or related degree and experience.
• Minimum 10 to 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
• A Professional Engineering Designation in Ontario or be eligible to register with Professional Engineers Ontario.
• Demonstrated experience with geotechnical design and analysis for foundations, settlement, slope stability, retaining structures, earthworks, pavements, and construction related geotechnical issues.
• Working knowledge of Ontario based standards, regulations, and guidelines related to geotechnical engineering, construction materials, and municipal or transportation projects.
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports, proposals, cost estimates, and client correspondence.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook), as well as geotechnical engineering software (slope stability, seepage, finite element programs, etc.).
• Able to work closely with our project teams across the company where geotechnical support may be of assistance, such as Environmental Due Diligence and Remediation and Building Sciences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to communicate effectively, as well as proactively respond to clients on time sensitive items.
• Can demonstrate that you are well organized and shows initiative.
• The ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from staff, clients and managers.

Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel to project sites across Ontario as required.

For Current Employees

Current employees are encouraged to speak with their HR Advisor for information on the application process.

Compensation and Assessment

Pay ranges are listed as required by law. Final compensation reflects each candidate’s education, experience, qualifications, and work location.

As part of our recruitment process, we use AI technology to support a fair and consistent evaluation of all applicants.

What makes Pinchin different?

We offer competitive salaries and great benefits. What sets Pinchin apart is our commitment to people and purpose. You will join a team that values curiosity, integrity, and learning. You will grow alongside supportive leaders and subject matter experts who want you to succeed.

Step into a dynamic leadership role where you’ll mentor talented professionals, benefit from competitive compensation and extended coverage from day one, enjoy an RRSP Matching Program and annual bonuses, engage with expert led problem solving networks, and thrive in a flexible, supportive environment dedicated to recognizing and developing senior level expertise.

• Some positions may involve online testing during the recruitment process.
• Depending on the assignment, clients may require Government security screening, criminal record verification, or periodic drug and alcohol testing. Depending on the requirements of the position, preference may be given to candidates who are able to efficiently qualify for Government security clearances. (Verification of background information over the previous five years including Canadian residency.)
• No agency phone calls please.
• We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to employment practices that support a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We make buildings and environments better.