Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a new position to join our growing Environment team in Ontario. The right candidate can work locally from our Markham, ON office. AECOM can provide hybrid work options to give you the flexibility you need to do your best work.

Responsibilities

• Assist or act as team lead and senior geotechnical engineer for geotechnical engineering for a wide variety of public and private sector clients.

• Provide leadership through technical supervision and mentoring of junior team members.

• Provide relevant feedback and instructions to team members and relevant updates to clients.

• Adhere to project schedules, budgets, and objectives.

• Participate in internal and external project meetings.

• Write and/or review/approve reports and specifications and make presentations.

• Assist other Project Managers in preparing field documentation and organizing field activities.

• Perform quality control/quality assurance of field work, field data analysis and interpretation, and engineering calculations.

• Assist other team members with the preparation of proposals and expressions of interest, considering the methodology for undertaking potential projects.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or any related technical field.

• +6 years of experience in geotechnical engineering and/or demonstrated equivalency.

• Registered professional engineer with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).

• Valid Class G Ontario license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Civil and/or Geotechnical Engineering is preferred.

• Experience in team leading is an asset

• +10 years in geotechnical/foundations engineering and project management experience.

• Ability to proactively assist in technical efforts and project team staff

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $140000 to $170000.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

ReqID: J10154852

Business Line: Environment

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Canada

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: CAD 140000 - CAD 170000 - yearly