Geotechnical Engineer

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Job Summary

Are you looking for a company that works on major engineering projects all over the world? Do you want to make a difference by improving the daily lives of communities worldwide? Are you seeking to join an inclusive and diverse team that you can truly count on? You’ve come to the right place!

We are currently seeking a dynamic, and growth-oriented Geotechnical Engineer with a Business Development focus to join our clients Geotechnical Practice in either Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta, providing technical and client relations skills and a proven ability to deliver on major assignments.

Our clients current workload includes a portfolio of diverse projects across a wide spectrum of sectors such as Mining, Hydropower, Nuclear, Oil and Gas, Highways, Building Infrastructure, along with Energy and Water. You will be expected to help drive growth of a fully integrated team to provide a world class engineering.

The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in geotechnical engineering, with a strong focus on business development, client management, and client retention.

Duties and Responsibilities

•   This role will include developing client relationships, grow client portfolio, build internal company networks, support complex proposals, mentoring of junior staff, as well as acting as a strong technical reference.
•  Contribute to the development of project proposals/cost estimates and participate in the process of securing new business opportunities or expanding the scope of existing projects.
•  Undertake geotechnical assessments, complex analysis, design calculations and detailed designs with efficient use of specialized software.
•  Be the project manager and lead for proposals through planning, execution, financial management and close-out.
•  Support senior leadership with business development, managing clients, technical reviews, and foster client relations.
•  Analyze and prepare recommendations and reports for projects relating to foundation design, infrastructure, shoring, retaining walls, slope stability, ground improvement, settlement and deformation analysis, screening level seismic and liquefaction assessments, road structure design, dykes and dams, materials testing, and other geotechnical related projects.
•  Adhere to rules and procedures that ensure health, safety and environment as well as prevention of workplace incidents.
•  Furthermore, in a context of continuous improvement, be proactive in improving health, safety & environment rules and procedures to prevent potential hazards related to your work.

 Education and Certifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as Geotechnical Engineer
• Registered P.Eng
• Bachelors degree, Geotechnical, Civil, or another related field

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