Geotechnical Technician/Technologist
Top Benefits
About the role
Build the foundation for a lasting and successful career in geotechnical engineering by starting with a good team. From field exploration and laboratory testing to the design and construction management of complex geotechnical structures, our team does work that’s rock solid. We perform geotechnical studies to solve pressing infrastructure and construction rehabilitation issues. Sometimes, we break new ground with our ideas. Other times, we’re bringing stability to a project. We push the boundaries as leaders and experts in our field and encourage our fellow team members to do the same. Join our team today!
Your Opportunity
Stantec in Edmonton, AB is seeking a Geotechnical Technician/Technologist to work in our materials and geotechnical laboratory. Under the direction of the Team Lead, you will work closely with an impressive team of engineers and technologists, primarily performing field and laboratory QA/QC monitoring and testing services.
Your Key Responsibilities
Construction QA/QC Monitoring and Testing:
- Field and laboratory testing of soil, aggregate, and concrete
- Fill placement and compaction monitoring
- Fresh and hardened concrete monitoring and testing
- Deep and shallow foundation construction
- Assisting in resolution of technical issues on construction sites
- Various other QA/QC field and laboratory testing services as required
- Reporting: You will be required to regularly complete detailed field and laboratory reports and submit them to the laboratory manager
- Construction Monitoring activities including pile monitoring, test pitting, proof rolling etc.
- Supervision of geotechnical drilling programs (any current experience is considered an asset)
- Proposal writing and assisting in business development initiatives
Operations:
- You will be expected to support team operations and play an integral part in the success of the project and team
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Have some experience with laboratory soil testing procedures such Atterberg Limits, hydrometers, grain size analyses
- Knowledge of advanced soil testing procedures would be an asset
- CCIL Certification for soils, concrete and asphalt would be and asset
- Experience with AT (Alberta Transportation) projects would be an asset
- Have knowledge of soil sampling techniques and construction methodology
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities
- Willingness to be a team player with a strong ability to work independently
- Highly organized, and demonstrate a flexible approach to work assignments, as you may be required to work overtime depending on our clients’ needs
- An understanding of ASTM and CSA Standards, as you will be required to know these standards to complete daily tasks
Education and Experience
- Hold a technician /technologist diploma from a recognized college.
- Prior experience (< 5 years) in a geotechnical laboratory and/or field testing would be an asset.
- Current registration with ASET and hold designation as a T.T, C.Tech. or C.E.T; or demonstrate an ability and willingness to be able to register.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional development and career advancement. The successful candidate will receive mentorship and training from our experienced team of technologists, engineers-in-training, and professional engineers.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
#StayInquisitive
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location: Canada | AB | Edmonton
Organization: 1233 EnvSvcs-CA GeoTech West-Edmonton AB
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 25/09/2025 04:09:05
Req ID: 1002425
About Stantec
Stantec empowers clients, people, and communities to rise to the world’s greatest challenges at a time when the world faces more unprecedented concerns than ever before.
We are a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. Our professionals deliver the expertise, technology, and innovation communities need to manage aging infrastructure, demographic and population changes, the energy transition, and more.
Today’s communities transcend geographic borders. At Stantec, community means everyone with an interest in the work that we do—from our project teams and industry colleagues to our clients and the people our work impacts. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure.
We are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
Stantec trades on the TSX and the NYSE under the symbol STN.
Geotechnical Technician/Technologist
Top Benefits
About the role
Build the foundation for a lasting and successful career in geotechnical engineering by starting with a good team. From field exploration and laboratory testing to the design and construction management of complex geotechnical structures, our team does work that’s rock solid. We perform geotechnical studies to solve pressing infrastructure and construction rehabilitation issues. Sometimes, we break new ground with our ideas. Other times, we’re bringing stability to a project. We push the boundaries as leaders and experts in our field and encourage our fellow team members to do the same. Join our team today!
Your Opportunity
Stantec in Edmonton, AB is seeking a Geotechnical Technician/Technologist to work in our materials and geotechnical laboratory. Under the direction of the Team Lead, you will work closely with an impressive team of engineers and technologists, primarily performing field and laboratory QA/QC monitoring and testing services.
Your Key Responsibilities
Construction QA/QC Monitoring and Testing:
- Field and laboratory testing of soil, aggregate, and concrete
- Fill placement and compaction monitoring
- Fresh and hardened concrete monitoring and testing
- Deep and shallow foundation construction
- Assisting in resolution of technical issues on construction sites
- Various other QA/QC field and laboratory testing services as required
- Reporting: You will be required to regularly complete detailed field and laboratory reports and submit them to the laboratory manager
- Construction Monitoring activities including pile monitoring, test pitting, proof rolling etc.
- Supervision of geotechnical drilling programs (any current experience is considered an asset)
- Proposal writing and assisting in business development initiatives
Operations:
- You will be expected to support team operations and play an integral part in the success of the project and team
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Have some experience with laboratory soil testing procedures such Atterberg Limits, hydrometers, grain size analyses
- Knowledge of advanced soil testing procedures would be an asset
- CCIL Certification for soils, concrete and asphalt would be and asset
- Experience with AT (Alberta Transportation) projects would be an asset
- Have knowledge of soil sampling techniques and construction methodology
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities
- Willingness to be a team player with a strong ability to work independently
- Highly organized, and demonstrate a flexible approach to work assignments, as you may be required to work overtime depending on our clients’ needs
- An understanding of ASTM and CSA Standards, as you will be required to know these standards to complete daily tasks
Education and Experience
- Hold a technician /technologist diploma from a recognized college.
- Prior experience (< 5 years) in a geotechnical laboratory and/or field testing would be an asset.
- Current registration with ASET and hold designation as a T.T, C.Tech. or C.E.T; or demonstrate an ability and willingness to be able to register.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional development and career advancement. The successful candidate will receive mentorship and training from our experienced team of technologists, engineers-in-training, and professional engineers.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
#StayInquisitive
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location: Canada | AB | Edmonton
Organization: 1233 EnvSvcs-CA GeoTech West-Edmonton AB
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 25/09/2025 04:09:05
Req ID: 1002425
About Stantec
Stantec empowers clients, people, and communities to rise to the world’s greatest challenges at a time when the world faces more unprecedented concerns than ever before.
We are a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. Our professionals deliver the expertise, technology, and innovation communities need to manage aging infrastructure, demographic and population changes, the energy transition, and more.
Today’s communities transcend geographic borders. At Stantec, community means everyone with an interest in the work that we do—from our project teams and industry colleagues to our clients and the people our work impacts. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure.
We are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
Stantec trades on the TSX and the NYSE under the symbol STN.