Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Terrace, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 20, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Lead · 10+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Lead geotechnical projects from scoping through construction support, including site investigations, analysis, design, and delivery within schedule and budget. Review technical work, mentor junior staff, manage client and regulatory communications, and support proposals, field teams, and safe project execution.

Job details

POSITION: Senior Geotechnical Engineer JOB TYPE: Permanent full-time LOCATION: ***Terrace, British Columbia*** WORK MODEL: 100% on site ***IMPORTANT*** • Eligible or registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia (or eligible to obtain registration). • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. • Must possess a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license. To apply please send your CV to carole.viger@groomassocies.com We thank all candidates for showing interest in this role; however, only retained candidates will be contacted. About The Opportunity: Our client is adding a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to their Western Canadian Engineering team based in Terrace, BC. This position is based in Terrace, BC.; however, we welcome applications from qualified candidates outside the area as our client is prepared to offer relocation support for the successful candidate. About Our Client: Our client leads with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. They are industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting who are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, our client has been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today they stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. The work that they have done has improved more than 500 million lives around the world. Your Impact: Joining this organization will enable you to make a real difference. Our client's work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential by joining this organization to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy. This is a Technical Lead for Geotechnical projects along with training and mentoring EIT's Your role: • Lead and manage geotechnical projects from scoping through to construction support, ensuring on time, on budget delivery. • Plan, conduct and supervise site investigations (drilling, CPT, sampling, instrumentation) and coordinate field teams. • Evaluate subsurface conditions and geotechnical properties to design shallow and deep foundations, retaining structures, earthworks and embankments. • Perform slope stability, embankment and pavement assessments and prepare practical remediation or design solutions. • Carry out dam safety reviews and develop remediation designs where required. • Analyze field and laboratory data and prepare clear, well structured technical reports, recommendations and design documents for clients and regulators. • Prepare proposals, estimates and resource schedules; manage technical field staff and subcontractors. • Provide senior technical review and mentor junior engineers and technicians, promoting quality and best practices. • Maintain effective client and stakeholder communication, support permitting and regulatory coordination, and represent the organization professionally. • Work in compliance with internal procedures, industry standards, and applicable legislation; maintain strong health & safety practices on site and in the office. • Pursue continuous professional development and stay current with geotechnical methods, codes and guidelines. • Perform additional duties as required to support project and business needs. Qualifications: • Undergraduate degree in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering (required). Graduate degree in Geotechnical Engineering is an asset. • 10+ years preferred for stronger seniority. • Consulting experience and proven ability to manage client relationships and multi discipline project teams is an asset. • Demonstrated experience planning and supervising geotechnical investigations and writing technical reports for internal and external audiences. • Strong technical skills in foundation design (shallow & deep), slope stability, earthworks, and remediation design. • Experience with dam safety assessments, instrumentation monitoring and interpreting field data is highly desirable. • Proficiency with AutoCAD and GeoStudio (or equivalent geotechnical analysis tools) and Microsoft Office. Familiarity with other modelling or GIS tools is an asset. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong report writing ability, and comfort presenting to clients and regulatory bodies. • Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead junior staff, prioritize workload, and work independently with sound professional judgment. • Eligible or registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia (or eligible to obtain registration). • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. • Must possess a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license.

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Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical, Geological, or Civil Engineering is required; a graduate degree in Geotechnical Engineering is an asset, and 10 or more years of experience is preferred. Candidates should have strong consulting, investigation, design, reporting, leadership, and communication skills, be eligible for P.Eng. registration in British Columbia, be legally entitled to work in Canada, and hold a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license.