Shape Equilibrium's Mine Waste practice through technical leadership, project management, and tailings expertise. Work remotely or flexibly from Canada or the United States.
This senior Geotechnical Lead directs tailings, waste rock, and broader mine waste assignments for a specialist technical consultancy. You will provide engineering judgment, oversee schedules and budgets, and support safe project delivery. The position also develops trusted client relationships and contributes to proposals, pursuits, and practice growth. Collaboration includes experienced multidisciplinary teams and global technical specialists.
Key Responsibilities: Coordinate geotechnical investigations, designs, and project delivery
Confirm safety, schedule, budget, and client requirements are met
Apply industry best practices and drive continuous improvement
Provide technical mentorship and reviews for junior professionals
Support client pursuits and Mine Waste practice development
Requirements: 10+ years of relevant geotechnical, mining, or project delivery experience
Demonstrated tailings dam, waste rock, or co-management design experience
Strong technical judgment, leadership, and project delivery skills
Engineering degree and relevant qualified registration
Experience with clients, multidisciplinary teams, and long-term relationships
Use technical leadership, project management, and client relationship skills to advance Equilibrium's mine waste project portfolio.