The Tunnel Field Engineer is assigned to tunnel excavation activities and reports directly to the Tunnel Manager. The incumbent provides technical support to field operations, monitors construction progress, and assists in resolving technical challenges encountered during project execution. The Tunnel Field Engineer is responsible for coordinating construction activities related to tunnelling operations and works closely with superintendents and subcontractors to ensure production targets, project schedules, quality standards, and health and safety requirements are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Coordination Provide technical coordination and support for tunnelling activities within the assigned work area. Collaborate with Superintendents, Forepersons, and subcontractors to ensure construction activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the project schedule. Participate in construction planning and identify potential site constraints and operational risks. Monitor daily work progress and productivity. Prepare and maintain accurate site reports, production records, and technical documentation. Attend and contribute to daily and weekly coordination meetings.

Technical Support

Provide day-to-day technical support to construction crews. Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, methods, specifications, and procedures. Monitor and track installed quantities and production metrics. Participate in inspections, testing activities, and quality control processes. Identify technical risks that may impact cost, schedule, safety, or quality objectives. Assist in the preparation and evaluation of change orders, claims, and variation requests.

Engineering and Documentation

Prepare and manage Requests for Information (RFIs). Assist the Project Manager in developing construction methods, work procedures, and technical documentation. Coordinate technical interfaces between engineering, construction teams, consultants, and clients. Investigate and help resolve engineering and construction issues encountered in the field. Maintain project records and ensure documentation is up to date and properly filed.

Health, Safety and Environment

Promote a strong safety culture and ensure all work is performed in accordance with project Health and Safety requirements. Participate in Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Safe Work Plans, and pre-task planning activities. Verify that approved work methods and safety procedures are implemented in the field. Report unsafe acts and conditions and participate in incident investigations when required.

Qualifications and Experience

Education Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in tunnel construction projects.

Experience with one or more tunnelling methods including

Conventional tunnelling methods New Austrian Tunnelling Method (NATM) Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) Microtunnelling Technical Skills Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, and/or Bluebeam is considered an asset. Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment. Ability to work rotating day and night shifts, as well as weekends when required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Personal Attributes

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Self-motivated and proactive. Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills. Adaptable and responsive in a dynamic construction environment. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Language Requirements

Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is essential. French language skills are considered a strong asset.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in active tunnelling and underground construction environments. Exposure to confined spaces, underground conditions, dust, noise, and varying weather conditions. Day, night, and weekend shifts may be required based on operational needs. Valid driver's license required. Geographic mobility and willingness to relocate for future project assignments are considered assets.

Mission principale

L’ingénieur travaux tunnel est attitré au creusement du tunnel. Il relève du gérant de projet. Il est responsable de la coordination des travaux pour la partie creusée au tunnelier. Il collabore avec les surintendants de chantier et les contremaitres pour assurer le suivi de la production, le respect de l’échéancier et l’application des mesures de sécurité pour les travailleurs

Responsabilités principales

Assurer la coordination technique des travaux dans son secteur. Collaborer avec les surintendants, contremaîtres et sous-traitants afin d'assurer le respect des échéanciers. Participer à la planification des activités de construction et à l'identification des contraintes de chantier. Effectuer le suivi quotidien de l'avancement des travaux. Préparer et maintenir à jour les rapports de chantier. Participer aux réunions techniques et de coordination. Fournir le support technique aux équipes de chantier. Vérifier l'application des plans, méthodes et procédures approuvées. Effectuer le suivi des quantités réalisées. Identifier les risques techniques pouvant affecter les coûts, la qualité ou l'échéancier. Assurer le suivi des inspections et essais requis. Participer à la préparation des dossiers de réclamation. Préparer les demandes d'information (RFI). Assister le gérant de projet dans la préparation des méthodes de travail et procédures d'exécution. Résoudre ou contribuer à la résolution des problématiques techniques rencontrées sur le chantier.

Profil recherché

Formation : Baccalauréat en génie civil, génie minier.

Expérience

Minimum 3 ans d’expérience en creusement de tunnel (TBM, NATM, micro-tunnelier ou méthode traditionnelle).

Compétences techniques

Connaissance des plans et devis de construction. Bonne maîtrise de la suite Microsoft Office. Connaissance de Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD ou Bluebeam (atout). Posséder un excellent sens de l'organisation et de la planification. Être capable de travailler en poste jour/nuit et le samedi. Excellentes habiletés de communication orale et écrite.

Qualités

Rigueur, autonomie, esprit d’équipe, réactivité.

Langues

Maîtrise de l’anglais (écrit et parlé) est primordial. La maitrise du français serait un atout.

Conditions spécifiques

Travail en milieu souterrain confiné, avec des horaires décalés (nuit, week-end). Permis Voiture requis. Mobilité géographique appréciée selon l'évolution des projets.