Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Amazing opportunity for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Edmonton! Assisted Relocation available.

Agilus is recruiting for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in the consulting space in Edmonton, Alberta. Our Client is an employee-owned company where motivated and talented individuals can enjoy a great deal of professional satisfaction and growth, as well as an opportunity to participate in a share ownership program and become part of the company’s growth and prosper.

Responsibilities:

1. The Principal Geotechnical Engineer must have a strong technical background in geotechnical and civil engineering with knowledge of investigation, design, reporting, and construction practices.
2. The person will need to possess a competent understanding of project/program management fundamentals and have a firm understanding of the relationship between technical delivery, project scope, costs, and schedule.
3. Lead the geotechnical engineering team and provide technical review as well as plan and mentor mid-level engineers in the planning of complex field explorations, review exploration logs, evaluate exploration data and review laboratory testing plans to ensure the testing plans meet project objectives.
4. Prepare engineering-related calculations and develop drawings and figures. Mentor and guide mid-level and junior staff in selection of appropriate analyses methods and representative and appropriate engineering parameters.
5. Support business development activities with new and existing clients and assist in growing the department to expand capabilities and project backlog.
6. Establish technical standards and procedures for the geotechnical and materials engineering business sectors.

Successful candidates will have:

1. Master’s or Doctorate degree in geotechnical engineering from a reputable institution.
2. Registered as a professional engineer.
3. A minimum of 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering at an intermediate and senior role and a minimum of 5 years of Canadian experience.
4. Strong understanding of geotechnical material characterization, soil mechanics, foundation engineering, slope stability, and seismic hazard assessments.
5. Ability to lead several projects or tasks with a sound understanding of overall goals, objectives, and costs to our clients.
6. Excellent communication skills: verbal, business writing, electronic communications, and presentations, plus excellent report writing skills with the ability to self-check and produce accurate work.
7. An influential and aspirational technical leader with a passion for staff development, sharing knowledge, and collaborative innovation.

Total rewards:

1. Very Competitive Salary banding.
2. Full Benefits package and Vehicle Allowance.
3. Flexible work environment and great incentives.

Interested? Please apply directly online or by email mbranch@agilus.ca. Agilus would like to thank all candidates for their interest in this opportunity. Due to the volume of resumes we receive; we may only be able to respond directly to those candidates being selected for an interview. We encourage you to visit agilus.ca regularly or subscribe to our email alerts at agilus.ca/Account/Register as new exciting employment opportunities become available daily.