Geotechnical Materials Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Geotechnical Materials Engineer and build a successful career in geotechnical engineering. You'll be part of a dynamic team working on diverse projects, from field exploration to laboratory testing, ensuring quality control and assurance in materials testing. This role offers the chance to engage with clients and contribute to impactful projects in a multi-discipline environment. If you're a self-starter with a passion for innovation and teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the challenge and redefine your personal best with us!

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in contracting/consulting in geotechnical engineering.
• Knowledge of CSA and ASTM Standards related to materials and concrete.

Responsibilities

• Manage material testing and inspection projects of varying sizes.
• Plan and coordinate field and laboratory testing of construction materials.
• Client management and business development responsibilities.

Skills

Client Management

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Field Testing

Laboratory Testing

Education

Technical degree/diploma/certificate in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Professional Engineer or Certified Engineering Technologist

Job description

Geotechnical Materials Engineer - ( 250000JL )

Description

Build the foundation for a lasting and successful career in geotechnical engineering by starting with a good team. When we say that we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site and in the lab. We work indoors and out, above and below ground, over and under water, across projects large and small. From field exploration and laboratory testing to the design and construction management of complex geotechnical structures, our team does work that’s rock solid. Join our team today!

Your Opportunity

We have an opening for a Geotechnical Materials Engineer role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on engineering and geotechnical materials projects in a multi-discipline project team environment. Working in our Dartmouth, Nova Scotia office, it is expected that your technical skills will help continue the growth of the materials testing and inspection team.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Managing multiple variety of small to large material testing and inspection projects
• Planning and coordinating field and laboratory testing of construction materials
• Ability to interact with a wide variety of clients from owners, developers, and contractors, to aggregate, hot mix asphalt, and ready mixed concrete producer
• Client management and business development
• Preparation and review of proposals and technical reports
• Provision of Quality Control and Quality Assurance services
• Site inspection/supervision
• Become actively engaged in a role with a variety of trade associations

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Knowledge of relevant CSA and ASTM Standards related to materials and concrete would be an asset
• Strong client management experience
• A self-starter who is innovative and enjoys working in a team environment
• The ability and willingness to travel as needed

Education and Experience

• Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer or Certified Engineering Technologist with a minimum of 8 years of experience in contracting/consulting.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.