Senior Geotechnical Project Manager

Company Description

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.

Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects. 

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you. 

At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where everyone’s ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged, a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on projects that rally our team together, where you can proudly become a company shareholder. ​

At the end of the day, we’re proud to be able to say that when you join CIMA+, we’ll welcome you into a place that you can call home.

Job Description

At CIMA+, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Geotechnical Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will collaborate within multidisciplinary teams on exciting and complex projects, contributing significantly to the field of geotechnical engineering. Given you will be our first Geotechnical PM in Vancouver, you will play a key role in shaping our projects and driving success.

Projects will involve the design and rehabilitation of various infrastructure, including roads, buildings, hydraulic structures, slope stability, soil dynamics, and both temporary and permanent retaining structures. You will have the opportunity to work with both public and private sector clients primarily in British Columbia, with potential projects in other regions of Canada.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan and design geotechnical projects by conducting site investigations, including exploratory drilling, sampling, testing, and data analysis to provide actionable recommendations.
• Provide technical support to other teams, including those involved in the design and planning of tunnels, highways, and bridges with geotechnical considerations.
• Evaluate geological and geotechnical data to assess the characteristics and behavior of soil and rock masses at construction sites, determining stability, load-bearing capacity, and settlement characteristics.
• Oversee project execution to ensure timely, cost-effective completion while maintaining safety standards. Collaborate with construction teams to ensure design specifications are met.
• Provide guidance to junior team members, offering mentorship, training, and oversight to ensure high-quality work and deliverables.
• Contribute to the development of detailed geotechnical designs, technical drawings and construction specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
• Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with geotechnical projects, including natural hazards like earthquakes, landslides, and floods.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by providing updates on project status, negotiating contracts, and offering technical support.
• Establish and oversee quality control procedures to ensure precision and reliability in geotechnical analyses and reports, following industry standards and best practices.

Qualifications

• A degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering.
• Post-graduate degree is considered an asset. 
• At least 12 years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering, particularly with linear infrastructure projects, and a proven track record of leading complex studies and managing large-scale projects.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in British Columbia, or eligibility for registration with the EGBC within 3 months.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software for slope stability, drainage, and finite element analysis. 
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, including geotechnical and geological engineers, as well as environmental specialists.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills, and collaboratively as part of a team, managing tasks and deliverables effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey project status and technical information to clients and stakeholders.

We offer a flexible hybrid work model, enabling a mix of remote and office-based work in Vancouver, BC, allowing you to balance your professional and personal commitments.

 If you’re passionate about geotechnical engineering and want to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our continued success!

The expected salary for this position is from $125,000 to $156,000 based on the richness and diversity of the candidate’s experience, training, skills and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate. 

As an employee of CIMA+ you are also able to participate in:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Flexible Health and Dental Care benefits to meet your family’s needs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to physical, financial, mental, social and environmental well-being services
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares
• 37.5 hour work week with an opportunity to have any overtime banked or paid out (for hourly employees)
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• Up to five (5) weeks of vacation: based on years of relevant experience
• Eleven (11) statutory holidays plus a personal paid day off
• Employee referral bonus program
• Group discounts on home and auto insurance, fitness memberships, technology, mortgages, and more
• Mentoring programs at local and national level.

For more information contact Georgeta Suta.

Additional Information

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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