Posted Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM The Opportunity Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer based in Edmonton, AB or willing to relocate. What Youll Be Doing - Manage geotechnical investigations, complete interpretation and reporting of findings, on a wide variety of transportation, municipal, land development and resource related projects - Geotechnical analysis of stability, stress, deformation, and foundation response utilizing a suite of software platforms - Provide oversight, risk management and technical input to geotechnical projects and deliverables - Coordinate field projects, including prequalification, safety clearances and procurement of sub-contractors and sub-consultants as required - Prepare concise geotechnical reports complete with pertinent recommendations - Carry out and supervise field inspection of construction works - Prepare fee estimates and proposals for geotechnical assignments - Support other McElhanney divisions with geotechnical input (Municipal, Civil, Transportation, Environmental, etc.) As a Leader you will - Be an efficient and effective communicator. Comfortable working from the office, home and in remote work environments with the primary form of team and client communication via email, telephone and virtual video meetings - Participate in business development (internal and external) and client management to help grow the business - Manage project schedules and budgets efficiently and effectively - Provide oversight, guidance, direction and mentoring of junior technical staff, at a level consistent with your experience. - Grow technical expertise with the mindset of supporting the existing and future McElhanney business and Geotechnical team What Youll Bring - University degree in Geotechnical/Geological Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical emphasis - A minimum of 5+ years progressive experience in relevant geotechnical field, with experience in: - Geotechnical engineering analysis, design, and consulting - Seismic engineering and modeling (asset) - Land base piling analysis and design - Slope and geo-hazard assessments (asset) - Computer modeling programs used to develop designs; knowledge of AutoCAD and geotechnical software (i.e., RocScience, GeoStudio software) - Registration as an EIT or P.Eng. in Alberta and British Columbia or eligible for registration. - Strong technical, oral, and written communication skills - Strong project management skills (budgeting, project financials monitoring, etc.) - Ability to work both independently and with a multidisciplinary team in various locations What Can We Offer You? The salary range for this position is $79K - $110K per annum. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer: - Flexible work hours to accommodate your lifestyle - Maternity leave top-up and parental leave - Extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching - Employee & Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support online or over the phone - A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all - Competitive salary, participation in our generous performance bonus plan, and opportunity to join an employee-owned firm with potential share ownership - Financial assistance to support your relocation - Continuous support for your growth through professional development reimbursement, mentorship programs, and opportunity to join numerous internal committees. Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion At McElhanney, our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the collective achievements of a team rich in expertise, experiences, and perspectives, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all of the requirements outlined. Were interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney! #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer