Job descriptionRole Overview As an
Intermediate Civil or Geotechnical Engineer , you will have the opportunity to work on large‑scale technically challenging world‑class projects with KCB, a leader in geoscience, engineering and environmental consulting. The role involves projects in Alberta and beyond, including highway geohazard engineering, dam design and assessment for hydro/thermal power, irrigation, and mining.
Key Responsibilities
Work on highway geohazard projects involving geotechnical site investigations; ground hazard identification, assessment and mitigation design; earth and rock slope design; erosion control design for creeks and rivers; annual geotechnical instrumentation programs.
Work on power generation, irrigation and mining water design, assessment and risk mitigation projects with hands‑on experience in dams and spillways, dam safety reviews, inspections, and geotechnical instrumentation readings and installation, assisting Engineers of Record on challenging structures.
Work in a multidisciplinary team environment with environmental scientists, regulatory permitting specialists, hydrotechnical engineers, structural engineers and mechanical engineers.
Travel throughout Alberta, with opportunities for international mining work.
Qualifications
Registered Professional Engineer in Canada.
Bachelor or Master’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
Minimum five years of related experience.
Experience with highway and railway geohazards.
Experience with dam engineering and dam safety projects for hydropower, thermal, power, mining and irrigation clients, familiarity with Canadian Dam Association Dam Safety Guidelines, Global Industry Standard for Tailings Management and Mining Association of Canada guidelines.
Proven project management and design/analysis skills with experience preparing drawings and specifications for tenders.
Experience reviewing and interpreting geotechnical instrumentation data.
Strong initiative, innovation and commitment to technical excellence; enthusiasm and drive toward long‑term success.
Demonstrated leadership, decision‑making and coaching skills, especially the ability to train and mentor young professionals.
Superior verbal and written communication skills, including experience writing proposals, technical reports and project correspondence.
Exceptional team spirit, interpersonal skills and ability to build long‑term relationships with multidisciplinary project teams.
Strong business acumen and ability to develop and grow relationships with a variety of clients.
Benefits Professional career development tracks, salaries commensurate with experience, and an attractive benefits package.
EEO Statement KCB is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified career seekers.
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