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The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to our Arctic Engineering team based in Edmonton, AB.  

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

• Developing sound technical solutions to assist in the design and evaluation of challenging geotechnical applications, particularly in permafrost environments and with a soil mechanics focus.
• Preparing technical letters and reports and participating in proposal development.
• Supervising and mentoring junior staff members.
• Planning resources, schedules, and managing projects to be on budget and on time.
• Communicating with coworkers, clients, and sub consultants.
• Collecting and analyzing geotechnical and permafrost information.
• Reviewing reports prepared by junior staff and preparing geotechnical evaluation reports including recommendations and site development in permafrost environments.  
• Participating in design of civil earthwork structures and development of construction specifications.
• Planning and supervising geotechnical investigations.
• Evaluating geologic conditions and geotechnical characteristics for assessment and design of shallow and deep foundations, retaining structures and earth structures.
• Conducting and reviewing slope stability and embankment assessments and completing associated designs.
• Reclamation earthworks design. 
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.
   

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in civil or geological engineering with a preference for a master's degree in geotechnical engineering.
• A minimum of 12 years of relevant geotechnical engineering and foundation design experience.
• Arctic engineering and permafrost engineering experience is preferred, but not necessary.  Experience in geotechnical reconnaissance and site characterization is essential.  
• Proven capabilities in planning and supervising geotechnical investigations and in writing reports and technical communications.
• Strong all-round academic knowledge of geotechnical engineering.
• Expertise in foundation engineering.
• Previous experience in site reconnaissance and investigations to assess site suitability for development of infrastructure.
• Experience with engineering design software will be an advantage.  Examples include Plaxis, Lpile, GRLWEAP, DYNA, FLAC and Settle 3D.\
• Previous experience using GeoStudio 2007 Products and MS Office is essential.
• Experience or aptitude for proposal writing, client development, working in a team setting to meet timelines and other skills appropriate to consulting.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
• Some travel will be required in this position throughout Western Canada, and candidates must be prepared to undertake short field assignments possibly lasting up to one week at a time.
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring and coaching team members.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in western or northern Canada.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and possess a valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or equivalent).