Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Tetra Tech; Terrace; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Overtime paid at 1.5x

Hybrid work culture with tools to work

Work-life balance commitment

Collaborative team environment

Professional development & mentoring

Job summary

Tetra Tech, based in Terrace, BC, invites applications for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Western Canada Engineering team. This role is based in Terrace, with relocation support for the right candidate.

We offer a hybrid culture, relocation assistance, and opportunities to lead geotechnical projects across a broad client base. This is a senior role with strong focus on design, leadership, and client engagement.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering (required).
• Graduate degree in Geotechnical Engineering is an asset.
• 10+ years preferred for stronger seniority.
• Consulting experience and ability to manage client relationships and multi discipline project teams is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience planning and supervising geotechnical investigations and writing technical reports for internal and external audiences.
• Strong technical skills in foundation design (shallow & deep), slope stability, earthworks, and remediation design.
• Experience with dam safety assessments, instrumentation monitoring and interpreting field data is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and GeoStudio (or equivalent geotechnical analysis tools) and Microsoft Office. Familiarity with other modelling or GIS tools is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong report writing ability, and comfort presenting to clients and regulatory bodies.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead junior staff, prioritize workload, and work independently with sound professional judgment.
• Eligible or registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia (or eligible to obtain registration). Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and possess a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Technical Lead for Geotechnical projects along with training and mentoring EIT's
• Lead and manage geotechnical projects from scoping through to construction support, ensuring on time, on budget delivery.
• Plan, conduct and supervise site investigations (drilling, CPT, sampling, instrumentation) and coordinate field teams.
• Evaluate subsurface conditions and geotechnical properties to design shallow and deep foundations, retaining structures, earthworks and embankments.
• Perform slope stability, embankment and pavement assessments and prepare practical remediation or design solutions.
• Carry out dam safety reviews and develop remediation designs where required.
• Analyze field and laboratory data and prepare clear, well structured technical reports, recommendations and design documents for clients and regulators.
• Prepare proposals, estimates and resource schedules; manage technical field staff and subcontractors.
• Provide senior technical review and mentor junior engineers and technicians, promoting quality and best practices.
• Maintain effective client and stakeholder communication, support permitting and regulatory coordination, and represent Tetra Tech professionally.
• Work in compliance with internal procedures, industry standards, and applicable legislation; maintain strong health & safety practices on site and in the office.
• Pursue continuous professional development and stay current with geotechnical methods, codes and guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as required to support project and business needs.
• Eligible or registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia (or eligible to obtain registration). Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and possess a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project leadership

Site investigations

Dam safety

AutoCAD

GeoStudio

Report writing

Client relations

Mentoring

BC P.Eng eligibility

Education

Geotechnical/Civil Engineering degree

Graduate Geotechnical degree (asset)

Tools

AutoCAD

GeoStudio

Microsoft Office

GIS tools

Job description

Tetra Tech is adding an Senior Geotechnical Engineer toour Western Canada Engineering team based in Terrace, BC . This position is based in Terrace, BC.; however, we welcome applications from qualified candidates outside the area and are prepared to offer relocation support for the successful candidate.

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.

The salary range for this position is $130K to $195K per annum. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

Your Role:

• Technical Lead for Geotechnical projects along with training and mentoring EIT's
• Lead and manage geotechnical projects from scoping through to construction support, ensuring on time, on budget delivery.
• Plan, conduct and supervise site investigations (drilling, CPT, sampling, instrumentation) and coordinate field teams.
• Evaluate subsurface conditions and geotechnical properties to design shallow and deep foundations, retaining structures, earthworks and embankments.
• Perform slope stability, embankment and pavement assessments and prepare practical remediation or design solutions.
• Carry out dam safety reviews and develop remediation designs where required.
• Analyze field and laboratory data and prepare clear, well structured technical reports, recommendations and design documents for clients and regulators.
• Prepare proposals, estimates and resource schedules; manage technical field staff and subcontractors.
• Provide senior technical review and mentor junior engineers and technicians, promoting quality and best practices.
• Maintain effective client and stakeholder communication, support permitting and regulatory coordination, and represent Tetra Tech professionally.
• Work in compliance with internal procedures, industry standards, and applicable legislation; maintain strong health & safety practices on site and in the office.
• Pursue continuous professional development and stay current with geotechnical methods, codes and guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as required to support project and business needs.
• Eligible or registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia (or eligible to obtain registration). Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and possess a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license.
  

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering (required). Graduate degree in Geotechnical Engineering is an asset.
• 10+ years preferred for stronger seniority.
• Consulting experience and proven ability to manage client relationships and multi discipline project teams is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience planning and supervising geotechnical investigations and writing technical reports for internal and external audiences.
• Strong technical skills in foundation design (shallow & deep), slope stability, earthworks, and remediation design.
• Experience with dam safety assessments, instrumentation monitoring and interpreting field data is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and GeoStudio (or equivalent geotechnical analysis tools) and Microsoft Office. Familiarity with other modelling or GIS tools is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong report writing ability, and comfort presenting to clients and regulatory bodies.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead junior staff, prioritize workload, and work independently with sound professional judgment.
• Eligible or registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia (or eligible to obtain registration). Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and possess a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
• 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.