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Stantec strives to be a leading global design firm and our Geotechnical Engineering team provides a solid foundation to our projects spanning all sectors. From field exploration and laboratory testing, complex analysis and modelling through to the design and construction management of complex Geotechnical structures, our team does work that’s rock solid. Through our focus on innovation, sometimes, we break new ground with our ideas. Other times, we’re bringing stability to a project. We push the boundaries as leaders, project managers and technical experts in our field and encourage and support our fellow team members to do the same. Join our team today!

Your Opportunity

The role of the Intermediate / Senior Geotechnical Engineer provides the opportunity to work on Engineering and Geotechnical projects in a multi-discipline project team environment. Working in our St. John’s, Newfoundland office it is expected that your technical skills will help boost the growth of the geotechnical team.  This role will allow you to leverage your geotechnical technical skills and project management experience, participating in project work, and provide mentorship to junior staff and assist them with the development of their technical skills. 

This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional development and career advancement. 

Your Key Responsibilities Working on and taking a technical or project management lead for a  variety of projects spanning from mining, transportation, commercial/industrial developments, water and wastewater, traditional and renewable energy, and all other sectors of infrasrtucre development.    Collaborating with our staff to complete Geotechnical Engineering design/analysis, recommendations and prepare Geotechnical reports to address applicable design and constructions issues specific to the the project, Client’s needs and applicable local regulatory requirements and design standards.  Active in Business Development including identifying opportunities for new projects, developing client relationships, participating in local technical / construction committees / associations and preparing proposals (developing scopes and budgets) Technical review of project documents and proposals prepared by other team members for technical accuracy and competency Project managing multiple geotechnical projects Client management Subconsultant / Subcontractor management Overseeing work performed by more junior and developing staff members, as well as making time to mentor more junior staff in their career development and succession planning.  Technicians and EIT’s Your Capabilities and Credentials A strong commitment to safety Familiar with local bylaws, and design codes (eg. NBCC, CSA-S6-14. Canadian Foundation Engineering Manual) Strong client relationship development experience. Strong sub-consultant and sub-contractor management experience Proficiency with common geotechnical software (e.g. GeoStudio™, LPile, and Settle 3D) Professional Engineer in good standing withPEGNL, with P.Eng. designation, or be eligible to obtain a license to practice in the province of Newfoundland & Labrador. Excellent organizational ability, report writing, and verbal communication are essential Experience in supervision, guidance, and development, mentoring of junior staff Previous experience working in an engineering consulting environment Education and Experience A university degree in civil (geotechnical) or geological engineering from an accredited university.  A minimum of 7 years experience practicing as a registered Professional Engineer. Specific knowledge and understanding of the geology of Newfoundland and Labrador would be an asset.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

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.

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