Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Job summary

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will lead and manage complex geotechnical projects from planning through execution while providing technical expertise and project coordination. This role also involves mentoring junior staff, supporting business development, and ensuring high-quality service delivery across multidisciplinary teams.

Job details

Senior Geotechnical Engineer Geotechnical Services Southern Ontario Annual Salary Range: $150,000 - $200,000 Be part of a team dedicated to delivering high-quality technical solutions that help clients navigate complex project needs. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, expand your skills, and grow within an organization that supports long-term career development. Pinchin makes buildings and environments better. We are a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with offices across North America. Our teams bring together expertise in environmental services, compliance, building science and resiliency, occupational health and safety, sustainability, and engineering. We help clients create safe, healthy, and higher performing places through solutions that reflect innovation, care, and deep technical insight. At Pinchin, we empower our people to uphold unwavering principles and work with purpose to create better outcomes for our clients, communities, and environments. Pinchin is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geotechnical Services team in one of our Southern Ontario offices. This position reports to the Geotechnical Services Operations Manager for Southern Ontario. Role Overview: As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will lead and support a variety of geotechnical projects from planning through execution, providing technical expertise, project coordination, and client support. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will perform engineering assessments, develop practical solutions for complex site conditions, mentor junior staff, and contribute to business growth while ensuring high-quality service delivery and technical excellence. Your Impact: Leadership: * Mentoring, training and supervising of junior field staff * Ensuring assigned employees are trained in and maintain company procedures, health & safety protocols, and programs * Continue the ongoing development of our geotechnical team through supporting and encouraging technical upgrading and providing direction and mentorship on complex issues and field investigations * Support business development through client communication, relationship building with key stakeholders, and identification of new geotechnical service opportunities Project : * Scheduling assessments and meetings with clients/contractors * Assigning work to field staff as appropriate depending on workloads and in conjunction with the Operations Manager * Preparing contract documents, proposals, and reports * Providing clients with advice on appropriate regulations and guidelines Technical Engineering Duties: * Manage and/or review projects from the proposal stage through to completion, including allocation of budgets, personnel and resources, billing and client relationships. * Maintain technical proficiency, including participation in professional practice groups and organizations * Participate in the preparation and presentation of training programs * Plan, coordinate, and oversee of complex geotechnical site investigations * Complete and/or review geotechnical engineering analyses related to soil and rock conditions, slope stability, seepage, settlement, pavement design, earthworks, retaining structures, and shallow and deep foundation systems * Provide technical direction during construction, including review of field observations, resolution of site issues, and preparation of practical recommendations for clients and project teams * Lead the preparation and technical review of geotechnical reports, proposal documents, design recommendations, letters, and construction support documentation Financial Performance * Building strong relationships with management of the geotechnical and other Pinchin service lines, including finding opportunities for partnership between the services * Support with accounts receivables as required * Review of cost estimates/proposals for potential clients What You’ll Bring to Pinchin * Excellent leadership and business development skills. * University degree in Geotechnical, Civil or Geological Engineering or related degree and experience. * Minimum 10 to 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering. * A Professional Engineering Designation in Ontario or be eligible to register with Professional Engineers Ontario. * Demonstrated experience with geotechnical design and analysis for foundations, settlement, slope stability, retaining structures, earthworks, pavements, and construction related geotechnical issues. * Working knowledge of Ontario based standards, regulations, and guidelines related to geotechnical engineering, construction materials, and municipal or transportation projects. * Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports, proposals, cost estimates, and client correspondence. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook), as well as geotechnical engineering software (slope stability, seepage, finite element programs, etc.). * Able to work closely with our project teams across the company where geotechnical support may be of assistance, such as Environmental Due Diligence and Remediation and Building Sciences. * Excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to communicate effectively, as well as proactively respond to clients on time sensitive items. * Can demonstrate that you are well organized and shows initiative. * The ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from staff, clients and managers. Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel to project sites across Ontario as required. For Current Employees Current employees are encouraged to speak with their HR Advisor for information on the application process. Compensation and Assessment Pay ranges are listed as required by law. Final compensation reflects each candidate’s education, experience, qualifications, and work location. As part of our recruitment process, we use AI technology to support a fair and consistent evaluation of all applicants. What makes Pinchin different? We offer competitive salaries and great benefits. What sets Pinchin apart is our commitment to people and purpose. You will join a team that values curiosity, integrity, and learning. You will grow alongside supportive leaders and subject matter experts who want you to succeed. Step into a dynamic leadership role where you’ll mentor talented professionals, benefit from competitive compensation and extended coverage from day one, enjoy an RRSP Matching Program and annual bonuses, engage with expert led problem solving networks, and thrive in a flexible, supportive environment dedicated to recognizing and developing senior level expertise. Explore our offerings: Pinchin Benefits [https://www.pinchin.com/Pages/10] Additional Information * Some positions may involve online testing during the recruitment process. * Depending on the assignment, clients may require Government security screening, criminal record verification, or periodic drug and alcohol testing. Depending on the requirements of the position, preference may be given to candidates who are able to efficiently qualify for Government security clearances. (Verification of background information over the previous five years including Canadian residency.) * No agency phone calls please. * We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are committed to employment practices that support a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know. We make buildings and environments better. IND!

What you’ll do

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will lead and manage complex geotechnical projects from planning through execution while providing technical expertise and project coordination. This role also involves mentoring junior staff, supporting business development, and ensuring high-quality service delivery across multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a university degree in Geotechnical, Civil, or Geological Engineering and possess 10 to 15 years of relevant experience. A Professional Engineering designation in Ontario or eligibility for registration is required, along with proficiency in geotechnical design software and Ontario-based standards.

Benefits

• Extended coverage • RRSP Matching Program • Annual bonuses • Professional development support

Listed skills

• Technical Reporting · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• client relations · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Business development · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Geotechnical engineering
• Project management
• Leadership
• Business development
• Slope stability analysis
• Foundation design
• Technical reporting
• Mentoring
• Site investigation
• Pavement design
• Earthworks
• Client relations
• Construction support
• Budget management
• Regulatory compliance
• Environmental Due Diligence
• Building Science
• Project Schedules
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Curiosity
• Technical Engineering
• Resilience
• Planning
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounts Receivable
• Artificial Intelligence
• Billing
• Business Development
• Deep Foundation
• Management
• Communication
• Consulting
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Engineering Geology
• Finite Element Methods
• Settlement
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Mentorship
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Office
• Operations Management
• Proactivity
• Project Coordination
• Relationship Building
• Soil Mechanics
• Slope Stability
• Soil Science

Job areas

• Engineering
• Consulting
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Geotechnical Engineer
• Mining Engineer
• Mining Engineers, Metallurgists and Related Professionals
• Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers