Geotechnical Engineer – Tunneling and Trenchless Technology Specialist

Thurber is an independent private Canadian consulting company that specializes in geotechnical, environmental, and construction materials engineering and testing, that operates from offices in BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario. With over 60 years of experience, we use our multidisciplinary expertise to find solutions for problems related to earth, the environment, and construction materials.

At Thurber, we know that our team is our number one asset which is why we hire agile, driven, and enthusiastic people who want to be part of an exciting and growing organization. If this sounds like you then we invite you to read on.

About the Opportunity

Currently, Thurber has an exciting opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer specializing in Tunneling and Trenchless Technologies with 10+ years of local consulting experience to join their team in our British Columbia Operations. This role could work from Victoria, Vancouver, or Kamloops,depending on the successful candidate’s location.

As our Engineer, you will work on specialised tunneling projects with the backing of our senior engineering team to support our clients. The scope of your tunneling work may include:

• Geotechnical investigations, structural design, instrumentation and analysis of cut-and-cover, mined and mechanized tunnels;
• Design of temporary portal shoring, including concrete tangent piles, and soil nailing;
• Directionally drilled pipeline crossings design;
• Assessment of stability, surface settlements and damage to structures;
• Preparation of Geotechnical Baseline Reports.
• Evaluation of dewatering, grouting, ground freezing, TBM selection, vibrations due to blasting, seismic design aspects and rehabilitation of old tunnels.

Additional project engineering responsibilities will include:

• Provide technical support and leadership on projects and for staff, including conducting technical reviews of calculations and analyses, as well as performing technical analyses where appropriate;
• Provide guidance, and where necessary, support in coordination, preparation of cost estimates, tender submissions, technical documentation, client reports, progress reports, project scheduling / resourcing, and meeting deadlines and budgets on projects;
• Scoping projects and assisting in the preparation of proposals;
• Supporting mentoring, coaching and training of staff;
• Work with the Branch Manager in the development of new business opportunities;
• Establishing, developing, promoting and maintaining relationships with clients;
• Active participation in the field on a project specific basis as dictated by the needs of the project to meet client expectations and project objectives; and,
• Manage projects and lead multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary degree in Civil or Geological Engineering is required;
• Master’s degree in Geotechnical or closely related field is preferred;
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the Geotechnical or Geological Engineering field;
• Specialised experience with and in-depth knowledge of Tunneling and Trenchless Technologies;
• Local Canadian experience is required, in particular, experience with local geology and business practices;
• Class 5 Drivers license;
• Proficiency with spoken and written English language is required; and,
• Eligible for membership with EGBC.

Desirable Skills

• Business development;
• Tunneling;
• Trenchless Technologies;
• Directional Drilling;
• Foundation analysis and design;
• Geohazard assessment;
• Terrain analysis;
• Slope stability analysis;
• Geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong computer skills (i.e. spreadsheet and word-processing); and,
• Ability to work independently and cooperate with a team in various environment.

Additional Information

• Criminal Record Check may be conducted;
• Drug and alcohol testing may be required prior to accessing client sites; and,
• 3 Year Driver’s Abstract and a Claims Experience Letter will be requested.

What we offer

• An opportunity for a rewarding career with an established, successful and stable company;
• Competitive compensation packages;
• A flat management structure with relatively easy access to senior engineers and technical leaders within the firm;
• A casual but professional office environment; and,
• A commitment to continuing professional development and technical excellence.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to us by clicking “Apply” below. No phone calls please.