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engineer, geotechnical

Title posted on indeed.com - Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

Posted on November 26, 2024 by Employer details Clifton

Job details

Clifton, an award-winning engineering and environmental consultancy, that opened its doors in 1978. The goal was simple: provide innovative and pragmatic solutions to help our clients build our communities. Forty years later, we are now one of the largest and most respected independent engineering firms in Western Canada. Clifton is continuing to grow and develop new markets. At Clifton, you become part of a professional community that thrives on the contributions of junior and seasoned team members alike. Seasoned experts invest heavily in junior members, mentoring them in both the technical and non-technical aspects of their role, helping them to advance their careers. Our new team members bring fresh ideas and contribute to the multiple perspectives from which we view challenges. This promotes the innovation and agility that keeps us thriving. We value our people and encourage work-life harmony. We offer a compensation package with a competitive salary, a pension plan, health benefits, and one of the most comprehensive employee assistance programs in the industry. Clifton is currently searching for an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join our Earth Sciences practice team in our Edmonton location. In this role, you will work with a dynamic group of professionals across a broad range of disciplines and play a key role in the delivery of professional engineering services for a variety of exciting geotechnical projects. Key Responsibilities ? Participate in a wide variety of geotechnical projects and field programs including field investigation, laboratory testing and interpretation, design and construction, geotechnical analysis, and dam safety inspections and reviews. ? Complete and oversee implementation of geotechnical design and other construction monitoring services, including installation and monitoring of geotechnical instrumentation. ? Evaluate geologic conditions and geotechnical characteristics for assessment and design of shallow and deep foundations, retaining structures and earth structures. ? Create and edit engineering design drawings, plans and details (including excavation, grading, utilities, roadwork, report figures, etc.). ? Complete geotechnical analyses and design tasks, with a focus on soil mechanics, summarize and interpret laboratory data. ? Ensure effective project management, including accountability for financial and technical performance, to ensure project milestone and deliverables are met on time and within scope. ? Complete or review technical proposals and design work packages in response to client needs. ? Support business development activities, including recruitment of new clients and new sectors of the economy not currently being served by Clifton. ? Maintain positive working relationships with vendors, consultants, internal stakeholders, and other parties vital to our business success. ? Mentor and guide junior engineers, and geologists, to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement. ? Act as a safety leader and champion for Clifton?s health and safety program. ? Ensure adherence to Clifton?s Quality Management System (QMS) in project delivery, including contracts management. ? Other duties, as assigned. Required Qualifications and Experience ? Bachelor?s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Geological or Mining Engineering. Preference given to candidates who have obtained a Graduate Degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering. ? Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in geotechnical/geologic exploration, analysis and design, including mine waste and tailings management and geohazard assessment. ? Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer in Canada. ? Experience using geological modelling and geotechnical software (Slope W, FLAC, etc.). ? Strong organizational skills, including effective management of multiple and conflicting priorities with the ability to meet deadlines, in the context of work/life balance.