Intermediate / Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Location: Calgary, Alberta (Hybrid)
Industry: Engineering Consulting / Infrastructure & Environmental Services
Position Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity
Our client, a leading multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm, is seeking an Intermediate/Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join its Earth & Environment team in Calgary, Alberta.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, transportation, municipal, building, hydraulic, and environmental projects throughout Alberta and Western Canada. The successful candidate will contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of geotechnical engineering solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams.

Depending on experience, the successful candidate will lead or support field investigations, technical analyses, geotechnical design, construction services, client coordination, project management, and mentorship of junior professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support geotechnical engineering studies from project planning through final reporting.

Plan, coordinate, and supervise geotechnical field investigations, including:

Borehole drilling

Test pitting

In-situ sampling and testing

Laboratory testing

Subcontractor coordination

Analyze geotechnical, geological, and laboratory data to assess:

Soil and rock properties

Groundwater conditions

Strength and deformation characteristics

Construction-related risks

Prepare geotechnical reports, technical memoranda, and engineering recommendations.

Perform and review analyses related to:

Foundation design

Slope stability

Retaining structures

Excavation and backfill requirements

Pavement considerations

Groundwater conditions

Contribute to geotechnical designs, technical drawings, specifications, and tender documents.





Provide technical support during project design and construction phases.

Conduct construction reviews, site inspections, and field engineering services.

Establish and maintain quality control procedures for geotechnical analyses, reports, and project deliverables.

Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, industry standards, and best practices.

Prepare proposals, work plans, fee estimates, and bid submissions.

Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, contractors, stakeholders, and project teams.

Mentor and support junior engineers, technologists, and field personnel.

Manage multiple projects while maintaining scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.

Promote a strong health and safety culture and ensure adherence to all safety requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Focus), or a related engineering discipline.

Minimum 5 years of geotechnical engineering experience, preferably within a consulting environment.

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Alberta or eligibility for registration with APEGA.

Experience planning and supervising geotechnical investigations and preparing technical reports.

Strong understanding of:

Soil mechanics

Foundation design

Earthworks

Retaining structures

Slope stability

Groundwater conditions

Construction methodologies

Experience using geotechnical analysis and design software.





Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and CAD systems.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong organizational, leadership, and project management skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Valid Class 5 Driver's License and willingness to travel to project sites throughout Alberta and other regions as required.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field.

Experience with transportation, municipal, or infrastructure projects.

Familiarity with provincial and municipal engineering standards.

Experience in pavement evaluation and design.

Experience with:

Dams and hydraulic structures

Slope stabilization

Erosion protection

Geohazard assessments

Knowledge of:

Seismic analysis

Soil dynamics

Liquefaction assessment

Advanced numerical modelling

Proposal development, budgeting, and client relationship management experience.

Prior experience mentoring junior technical staff.

Working Setting

Flexible hybrid work arrangement with a combination of office and work from home.

Regular fieldwork and project site visits throughout Alberta.

Opportunity to work on complex and high-profile infrastructure and environmental projects.

Collaborative and team-oriented environment focused on professional growth and technical excellence.

What You'll Bring
The ideal candidate is a technically strong geotechnical professional who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. You are committed to safety, quality, client service, and developing innovative geotechnical solutions that support successful project delivery.

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📌 Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer (Alberta)
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