Senior Materials Specialist (Civil Engineering)

Bouygues; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Metro Vancouver seeks a Material Expertise professional for a large-scale tunnel infrastructure project. The role involves selecting and sourcing construction materials while ensuring quality and compliance with safety and environmental standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Material Science and 8-12 years of relevant experience. Competitive salary range: $180,000 - $260,000, plus benefits.

Benefits

RRSP with 5% matching

Career advancement opportunities

Minimum four weeks vacation

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in material selection and quality control for infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of sustainability and safety standards in material use.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise on material selection for tunnel construction.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to evaluate and approve suppliers.

Skills

Material testing techniques

Tunneling construction materials

Problem-solving abilities

Collaboration in a multidisciplinary team

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Material Science

Job description

We’re thrilled to be partnering with Bouygues Construction Canada, a subsidiary of Bouygues TP and a global leader in sustainable infrastructure.

With a track record of delivering iconic projects worldwide, Bouygues Construction Canada is now hiring top talent for the Fraser River project in Vancouver.

This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking team dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence.

About Bouygues Construction Canada: Bouygues Construction Canada is part of Bouygues TP, one of the global leaders in the construction of sustainable infrastructures.

As a subsidiary specialized in civil engineering and related structures, the company has recognizably expertise in underground works, river and maritime works, linear projects, industrial civil engineering, earthworks and surface mining.

From Hong Kong to Canada, Bouygues TP has completed numerous iconic projects: the Channel Tunnel, the Beirut seafront, the A28 and A41 motorways, the Ile de Ré and Normandy bridges, Chernobyl’s New Safe Confinement arch, Cairo and Sydney undergrounds, and over 10 tunnels in Hong Kong.

Throughout the world, men and women in our company are all committed to innovate and create value for our clients.

About the Project Cross Fraser Partnership (CFP) is a Bouygues Construction Canada Inc., Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas Canada Ltd., Pomerleau BC Inc. and Arcadis Canada Inc. is a general partnership that has been selected to collaboratively deliver a new, eight-lane immersed tube tunnel that will replace the existing George Massey Tunnel on Highway 99.

The new tunnel will have three vehicle lanes and a dedicated transit lane in each direction, with a separated active transportation corridor for cyclists and pedestrians.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Material Expertise professional to join our team for a large-scale tunnel infrastructure project.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for selecting, sourcing, and ensuring the quality of construction materials while adhering to technical, environmental, and safety standards.

This role requires close collaboration with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to optimize material performance and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise on the selection and application of materials for tunnel construction.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (ASTM, ISO, BS, EN, AASHTO) and project specifications.
• Evaluate and recommend material solutions for geotechnical and environmental conditions.
• Conduct material testing, quality assurance, and durability assessments for key materials such as concrete, steel, waterproofing membranes, and fireproof coatings.
• Work closely with procurement teams to evaluate and approve suppliers.
• Monitor material performance and lifecycle to ensure sustainability and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and construction teams to align materials with project needs.
• Develop and implement material inspection and testing procedures for both on-site and laboratory assessments.
• Address material-related challenges, recommending alternative materials as needed.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability regulations related to material use.

Job Requirements

• Proficiency in material testing techniques, laboratory procedures, and field inspections.
• Strong understanding of tunneling construction materials (e.g. concrete mixes, reinforcement steel, shotcrete, grout, waterproofing systems).
• Experience in material procurement, supplier evaluation, and contract management.
• Knowledge of tunnel construction techniques.
• Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) for material tracking and management is a plus.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Education and qualifications

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Material Science, or a related field.

• 8‑12 years of experience in material selection, testing, and quality control for large‑scale infrastructure projects, preferably tunnels.

Why You Should Apply

RRSP with 5% matching, career advancement, training and education opportunities, travel allowance, minimum four weeks vacation. The expected salary range for this opportunity is $180,000 – $260,000. Please note that salaries may vary depending on the candidate’s experience and geographical location.

Listed compensation is exclusive of bonus and in addition to our extensive employee benefits program. Availability of certain benefits may vary based on the specific job role.