Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Arcadis Global•Canada, KY

32d•$128,000 - $178,000

About The Position

As part of our continued growth in Western Canada, Arcadis is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our expanding team in Vancouver. This role is suited for a technically strong and motivated professional with experience delivering large and complex infrastructure projects in the roads, rail and transit, and port and marine sectors. Reporting to the Geotechnics Discipline Team Lead, the successful candidate will play an important role in shaping and delivering multi disciplinary projects. You will support planning, design, and construction phases while drawing on Arcadis global network of technical specialists. You will work closely with both private and public sector clients, mentor and guide junior colleagues, and contribute to strengthening our geotechnical practice in Western Canada. Our team is currently involved in major infrastructure programs such as the Fraser River Tunnel Project in Vancouver and the Ontario Line transit project in Toronto. This position provides the opportunity to contribute to industry defining work from concept through detailed design and into construction delivery.

Requirements

Registered as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia or any other Canadian Province.
Minimum 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience on transportation, civil, ports, marine or large infrastructure projects.
Strong proficiency in interpreting ground investigations and developing geotechnical parameters, as well as preparing Geotechnical Interpretative Reports GIR and Geotechnical Design Reports GDR.
Proven design experience with deep and shallow foundations, retaining structures, excavations and tunnels, slopes and embankments, and a range of ground improvement techniques.
Demonstrated ability to perform geotechnical seismic work including liquefaction assessment, mitigation strategies, and seismic numerical modelling using PLAXIS or equivalent tools.
High level of technical competence with geotechnical and numerical modelling software including but not limited to: PLAXIS, RS Pile, LPile, APile, SHAFT, GROUP, Seep W, Slope W, Slide2, CPeTIT, CLiq, LiqSV, AutoCAD or Civil 3D, and Settle3 or equivalent.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem solving skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with multi disciplinary teams.
Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide junior engineers, support knowledge sharing, and foster a positive and collaborative learning environment.
Excellent technical writing skills with proven experience preparing high quality engineering reports, memoranda, and design documentation.
Strong understanding of the Canadian Foundation Engineering Manual CFEM 2023 and the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code CSA S6-19 and CSA S6-25.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree in geotechnical engineering or a closely related discipline is preferred.
Experience with marine or port structures, offshore geotechnics, soft soils, or rock engineering is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Lead and deliver geotechnical engineering work on a variety of civil, transportation, ports, and marine projects, guiding them from concept through construction.
Ensure high technical quality and client satisfaction at every stage.
Plan, coordinate, and oversee geotechnical site investigations and exploration programs. This includes developing the scope of work, budgeting, scheduling, and ensuring technical execution meets project requirements.
Interpret and characterize ground conditions based on geotechnical and geophysical data, translating these findings into practical design parameters and recommendations.
Perform and review detailed geotechnical analyses and designs for shallow and deep foundations, retaining structures, excavations, slopes, ground improvement, and seismic and soil-structure interaction assessments.
Prepare and review design reports, calculations, drawings, specifications, quantities, cost estimates, and other technical deliverables to ensure accuracy and compliance with project standards.
Provide technical services such as reviewing contractor submissions, offering field support, and assessing any changed conditions that may arise during the construction phase.
Manage multidisciplinary project scopes, schedules, budgets, and risks, ensuring coordinated and efficient delivery across teams.
Mentor and guide junior and intermediate engineers, supporting their technical development and maintaining a high standard of practice.
Support and lead client engagement and proposal development, which includes work planning, budgeting, and preparing compelling, winning submissions.