Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Burnaby, BC
$111,700-167,600 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Job description:Make a Lasting Impact with StantecAre you a passionate about making a positive impact in communities across Canada and Globally? At Stantec, we’re dedicated to creating sustainable and innovative solutions that shape a better world. As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer you’ll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team tackling complex geotechnical projects in a supportive and inclusive environment.We offer flexible work arrangements, competitive compensation, and a strong commitment to your professional growth. At Stantec, you’ll find the flexibility to shape your career path with opportunities to deepen your technical expertise, explore project leadership, strengthen client engagement, or pursue new areas of interest. If you’re ready to advance your career while working on projects that truly matter, we invite you to bring your expertise and passion to Stantec.Why Join Us?Meaningful Work: Contribute to major projects that protect communities, support sustainable development, and are critical to improving resiliency as we adapt our new and existing infrastructure in response to a changing climate.People-Focused Culture: Be part of a close-knit, diverse team where your voice is heard and your growth is supported.Small-Company Feel, Big-Company Resources: Experience the agility and camaraderie of a small business, backed by the resources and opportunities of a global leader.Innovative Environment: Leverage cutting-edge tools (UAVs, AI-integrated solutions) and contribute to Stantec’s Innovation Office and Digital Center of Excellence.Career Advancement: Navigate your professional journey with Stantec’s Career Advancement Wheel, offering structured pathways for technical growth, leadership, and cross-disciplinary exploration.Technical Leadership: Apply your expertise to collaborate with and work alongside industry leaders and mentor junior staff though complex analyses and developing high-quality deliverables.Flexibility: Enjoy Hybrid and remote work options, flexible benefits, and vacation policies that align with your experience.What You’ll Do:Our geotechnical practitioners work collaboratively to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and communities on unique projects Nationally and Globally. As a senior geotechnical engineer, you will have the opportunity to:Support the design, analysis, and construction of all types of infrastructure projects across Canada.Lead complex analysis using state of the practice softwareManage and coordinate geotechnical-focused and multidisciplinary project teams, commensurate with your experience and capabilities.Mentor colleagues across a breadth of experience fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and industry partners.Contribute to business development, proposal preparation, and market expansion initiatives.Drive innovation by leading or contributing to digitization initiatives, advancing state of practice analyses, market research, and the development of emerging technologies, with a focus on climate change adaptation, risk, and liability reduction.What We’re Looking For:Bachelor’s degree in Geological, Civil, or Geotechnical Engineering (Master’s or PhD an asset).15+ years of relevant industry experience in British Columbia.Knowledge of relevant British Columbia and Canadian codes, guidelines and standards.Experience with geotechnical software solutions (GeoStudio™, LeapFrog, Rocscience).Demonstrated ability to work and manage projects independently.Proactive approach and strong problem-solving skills.Passion for making a positive impact through engineering.Effective communication skills, including report writing and client engagement.Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, continuous improvement and mentorship of developing engineers.Commitment to technical excellence and mentorship. Active participation in professional associations and technical communities is an asset.Are you a motivated individual who does not meet all the desired criteria? We still encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences and perspectives.About us:Starting as a one-person firm in Edmonton, we’ve grown to a company of 32,000 employees worldwide. Our country embodies diversity and creativity, and our team is no different.Want to learn more about Stantec? Learn how we have made an impact where you live at Stantec.Ready to make a difference?If you’re an experienced engineer looking for a new challenge, we want to meet you! Apply now and start your journey with Stantec.#StayInquisitivePay Range:

Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$111,700.00 - $167,600.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.Primary Location: Canada | BC | Burnaby
Organization: BC-1233 EnvSvcs-CA GeoTech West
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 25/02/2026 11:02:03
Req ID: 1004567

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