Job Description

Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer
 
Location: Abbotsford, BC
Salary Range: $100,000 - $135,000 (based on experience)
 
Our client, a well-established Canadian engineering consultancy with a strong presence across Western Canada, is seeking an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join their Abbotsford office. This firm provides integrated geotechnical, environmental, and materials engineering services to public and private sector clients across infrastructure, transportation, land development, resource, and industrial sectors.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who is looking to take ownership of projects while continuing to grow technically and professionally within a collaborative and supportive environment.

The Role
 
As an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer, you will be responsible for managing and delivering geotechnical projects from proposal stage through to completion. The position is primarily office-based, with periodic field involvement depending on project needs.
 
Key responsibilities include:

• Managing geotechnical investigations and studies
• Preparing proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates
• Authoring technical reports and client deliverables
• Overseeing and participating in drilling programs, instrumentation, and construction monitoring
• Conducting field reviews and forensic investigations
• Performing geotechnical analyses including slope stability, settlement, stress/deformation modelling, and foundation design
• Supporting cost control, scheduling, and resource planning
• Mentoring junior engineers and technical staff
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Occasional travel to project sites and regional offices as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geological Engineering
• 5+ years of relevant geotechnical consulting experience (Canadian experience strongly preferred)
• Graduate degree (M.Eng., M.Sc., Ph.D.) considered an asset
• Demonstrated experience in foundation design and analysis is an asset
• Eligibility for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Proficiency with common geotechnical analysis software
• Valid Class 5 driver's license and willingness to work in field environments when required
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

What's on Offer

• A collaborative, team-oriented culture with access to senior technical leaders
• Clear career progression pathways
• Financial support for professional development and continuing education
• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching
• Employee and family assistance program