Technical Director, Geotechnical

Englobe Corp.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 130,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Flexible schedules

Group insurance

RRSP

Telehealth services

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Englobe Corp. is seeking a senior Geotechnical Project Manager to lead reviews, set technical standards, mentor engineers, and support business development across transportation and infrastructure projects.

Candidates should have a master's in geotechnical engineering, P.Eng. in Canada, and 15+ years of progressive geotechnical consulting experience. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive geotechnical consulting experience.
• Expert knowledge in foundation engineering, slope stability, embankments and retaining structures.
• Strong familiarity with Canadian geotechnical standards and transportation agency requirements.
• Experience leading reviews, QA processes and governance for major projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and expert review on complex geotechnical projects involving foundations, slopes, earthworks, retaining structures, groundwater management, and transportation infrastructure;
• Lead independent technical reviews and quality assurance processes for major engineering deliverables;
• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve technical standards, best practices, and governance frameworks;
• Provide expert support to project teams during design, construction, risk management, and dispute resolution activities;
• Support business development initiatives, major pursuits, client presentations, and strategic proposals;
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical and project risks across large multidisciplinary assignments;
• Represent Englobe at industry conferences, professional associations, technical committees, and client forums;
• Mentor senior engineers, technical directors, and emerging leaders while fostering a culture of technical excellence;
• Lead innovation initiatives involving advanced engineering methodologies, digital technologies, and emerging geotechnical solutions.

Skills

Geotechnical leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Risk management

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

P.Eng. designation in Canada

Tools

GeoStudio

PLAXIS

Job description

Your mission

You will play an important role in a dynamic and passionate team, collaborating on a variety of projects of all sizes and scopes in the environment, renewable energies, hydroelectricity, transportation, materials, buildings and climate change markets. Boldness, innovation and collaboration are an integral part of our daily operations.

Your main responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and expert review on complex geotechnical projects involving foundations, slopes, earthworks, retaining structures, groundwater management, and transportation infrastructure;
• Lead independent technical reviews and quality assurance processes for major engineering deliverables;
• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve technical standards, best practices, and governance frameworks;
• Provide expert support to project teams during design, construction, risk management, and dispute resolution activities;
• Support business development initiatives, major pursuits, client presentations, and strategic proposals;
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical and project risks across large multidisciplinary assignments;
• Represent Englobe at industry conferences, professional associations, technical committees, and client forums;
• Mentor senior engineers, technical directors, and emerging leaders while fostering a culture of technical excellence;
• Lead innovation initiatives involving advanced engineering methodologies, digital technologies, and emerging geotechnical solutions.

What makes you unique

• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline, an asset;
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada
• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering consulting;
• Extensive expertise in foundation engineering, slope stability, embankments, retaining structures, and ground improvement;
• Significant experience delivering large and complex transportation and infrastructure projects;
• Strong understanding of Canadian geotechnical standards, transportation agency requirements, and quality management systems;
• Experience with advanced geotechnical modelling software such as GeoStudio, PLAXIS and;
• Demonstrated exceptional mentoring, and coaching skills.

What makes Englobe unique

At Englobe, you'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects of every size and scope. You'll work in an organization that values you and your experience, and allows you to grow.From day one, you'll enjoy the following benefits:

• Real flexibility;
• Multiple opportunities for professional growth, mentoring and skills development;
• Access to a free telehealth service;
• Flexible schedules and the ability to compress your work hours;
• A hybrid work arrangement;
• A full range of benefits (including cost-sharing group insurance and a group RRSP);
• A confidential employee assistance program for you and your family.

The salary range for this position is $130,113 - $170,773 CAD base per annum, based on the responsibilities of the role, internal equity, and current market benchmarks. The final offer will be determined based on a combination of factors, including the candidate’s skills, experience and qualifications, their positioning within our internal compensation structure, and relevant geographic cost-of-living considerations, where applicable. This range represents a realistic and good‑faith estimate of the compensation we expect to offer for this role.

Compensation may also include a comprehensive benefits package, performance incentives, or bonus eligibility depending on role level and business unit. We aim to foster transparency, respect candidate time and ensure equitable compensation aligned with our company values.

Artificial intelligence tools may be used in the screening or selection of applications for this role.

Since joining Englobe, I've felt perfectly integrated. The company offers a welcoming, collaborative working environment conducive to professional fulfillment. What has particularly impressed me is the culture of knowledge sharing and mutual support between colleagues, which enables rapid growth within the team. - Geotechnical Project Manager