Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Lead Groundwork

WSP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 94,100 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Opportunities for professional growth

Strong company values and employee support

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Vancouver seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead impactful projects in Western Canada. This role demands 8+ years of experience and includes responsibilities such as managing complex geotechnical investigations, guiding multidisciplinary teams, and collaborating to solve significant challenges in civil infrastructure. Ideal candidates will be proficient in geotechnical software and possess a Professional Engineer designation in British Columbia. This position offers a competitive salary range of $94,100 to $138,000 based on location and experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience, including leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of local regulatory frameworks and geotechnical risk management.
• Experience in complex multidisciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical investigations and design for major infrastructure projects.
• Manage projects from planning through delivery and client engagement.
• Assess and evaluate key geotechnical challenges and prepare technical reports.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Geotechnical software (GeoStudio, Rocscince)

Mentoring teams

Client-focused problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration in British Columbia

Tools

GeoStudio

Rocscince

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Vancouver seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead impactful projects in Western Canada. This role demands 8+ years of experience and includes responsibilities such as managing complex geotechnical investigations, guiding multidisciplinary teams, and collaborating to solve significant challenges in civil infrastructure. Ideal candidates will be proficient in geotechnical software and possess a Professional Engineer designation in British Columbia. This position offers a competitive salary range of $94,100 to $138,000 based on location and experience.