Tunnelling and Trenchless Delivery Lead, Calgary, EOI (102418)

Requisition ID 102418 -Posted 10/09/2026 With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. The Tunnelling and Trenchless Delivery Lead will provide technical leadership and project delivery support for major underground infrastructure projects involving conventional tunnelling, microtunnelling, pipe jacking, horizontal directional drilling (HDD), shaft construction, and other trenchless technologies.

The role will support the planning, design, and construction of municipal water and wastewater conveyance infrastructure. The successful candidate will lead design activities, oversee project execution, mentor junior engineers, support business development initiatives, and contribute to the continued growth of the tunnelling and trenchless practice. This posting is part of a proactive talent search as we plan for upcoming growth.

Project Delivery

Lead planning, design, and construction support services for tunnelling and trenchless infrastructure projects. Oversee preparation of technical specifications, design drawings, and contract documents. Coordinate with municipalities, regulators, utility owners, and other project stakeholders.

Lead the technical delivery of tunnelling and trenchless infrastructure projects. Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout project execution. Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk associated with assigned projects.

Support project managers in planning and delivering engineering services. Provide construction-phase engineering support, including contractor inquiries, site reviews, field inspections, and issue resolution. Participate in project reviews, design workshops, and risk assessments.

Technical Leadership

Provide technical leadership for tunnelling, trenchless, and municipal water and wastewater conveyance infrastructure projects.

Sequential Excavation

Method (SEM/NATM) Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)



Shaft and portal design Ground support systems Excavation support and temporary works Support geotechnical interpretation and constructability evaluations. Develop technical reports, design criteria, specifications, calculations, and engineering studies. Lead alignment development, constructability reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering exercises for tunnels, shafts, and associated conveyance infrastructure.

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and industry stakeholders. Support proposal preparation, technical approaches, work plans, and fee estimates. Participate in business development activities and project pursuits.

Represent the organization at industry conferences, technical forums, and client meetings. Support business development initiatives and provide strategic advice to clients on tunnelling, trenchless, and municipal conveyance infrastructure solutions. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate engineers.

Support recruitment, development, and retention of team members. Foster a team-oriented, safety-focused, and high-performance culture. Promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement across project teams.

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field. 15+ years of progressive experience in tunnelling, trenchless, underground infrastructure, municipal water, wastewater, or linear conveyance project delivery.

Experience delivering municipal water and wastewater conveyance, tunnelling, or trenchless infrastructure projects. Risk management and constructability Design standards and industry best practices Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project coordination skills.

Experience working within an EPCM consulting environment.

Experience on major transportation, transit, water, wastewater, mining, or utility infrastructure projects.





Experience serving as Task Lead, Design Manager, Technical Lead, or Delivery Lead. Construction support and field experience on active tunnelling projects. Demonstrated understanding of municipal water and wastewater conveyance systems, including watermains, trunk sewers, conveyance tunnels, intakes, and outfalls.

Experience delivering major water and wastewater tunnelling or trenchless infrastructure projects. Familiarity with municipal standards, permitting, and approval processes. Tunnel design and underground infrastructure engineering.

Trenchless technologies and installation methods. Geotechnical interpretation and risk assessment. Design management and multidisciplinary coordination. Construction staging and constructability reviews.

Quality assurance and technical review. Contract administration and construction support. Client relationship management. Proposal and business development support. Municipal water and wastewater conveyance infrastructure.

Tunnel and shaft infrastructure design and delivery. Utility coordination and stakeholder management. Asset management and rehabilitation planning. Construction planning, staging, constructability review, and engineering support during construction.

Familiarity with BIM, AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, GIS platforms, and project scheduling tools. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation. #

📌 Tunnelling and Trenchless Delivery Lead, Calgary, EOI
🏢 Hatch
📍 Calgary