Senior Geotechnical EngineerCIMA+ • Victoria, Capital Regional District, CA

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

CIMA+ • Victoria, Capital Regional District, CA

16 days ago

Job type

Permanent

Job description

Location

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Base pay range

CA$108,080.00 / yr - CA$148,610.00 / yr

About CIMA+

CIMA+ is an employee‑owned company valued for collaboration, sustainability, and innovation. The firm offers a flexible hybrid work model with remote and office options in Mississauga, Burlington, Bowmanville, or Ottawa.

Qualifications

A degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering.

Post‑graduate degree is considered an asset.

Minimum 12 years of geotechnical engineering experience, managing complex studies and leading medium‑to‑large projects.

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario, or eligibility for registration with PEO within 3 months.

Proficiency with geotechnical software for slope stability, settlement, seepage, and finite element analysis.

Strong leadership, mentorship, and client relationship skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Solid understanding of soil mechanics, foundation design, and construction techniques.

Familiarity with Ontario Provincial Standards (OPS), MTO guidelines, and municipal design standards.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead and oversee geotechnical studies from planning through to reporting, ensuring technical excellence and quality deliverables.

Plan and design geotechnical projects by leading site investigations, including exploratory drilling, sampling, testing, and data analysis to provide actionable recommendations.

Analyze field, laboratory, and geological data to assess soil and rock behavior, stability, load‑bearing capacity, and settlement characteristics.

Develop geotechnical engineering recommendations and prepare technical reports, including foundation design, slope stability assessments, excavation / backfill guidelines, and groundwater observations.

Design geotechnical solutions and prepare technical drawings and specifications for earthworks, retaining structures, slope stabilization, erosion protection, and other infrastructure elements.

Provide technical input and support to multidisciplinary teams on infrastructure and dam projects, including tunnels, highways, bridges, and hydraulic structures.

Oversee project execution to ensure safe, timely, and cost‑effective delivery while collaborating with construction teams to verify design compliance.

Conduct and contribute to dam safety inspections, condition assessments, and upgrade projects for concrete and earth dams.

Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with geotechnical projects, including natural hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, and floods.

Establish and implement quality control procedures to ensure accuracy and consistency in geotechnical analyses and reporting.

Prepare proposal and bid documents in response to internal and external requests for proposals.

Build and maintain strong client relationships through technical support, project updates, and contract discussions.

Mentor, train, and supervise junior and intermediate engineers, fostering their technical development and ensuring high‑quality deliverables.

Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to meet project objectives, schedules, and budgets.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.

Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution.

Annual opportunity for employees to purchase shares.

Flexible hybrid work schedule.

Work / life balance policy across Canada.

3-5 weeks of vacation based on years of relevant experience.

Tailored training to improve existing skills.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Industries

Civil Engineering

We value diversity and encourage all qualified applicants, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities. Accommodations are available on request.

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