Technical Director – Geotechnical Design

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About the role

  • Direction technique de projets géotechniques chez GHD, entreprise de conseil en ingénierie et infrastructures. Conception de barrages, fondations, analyses sismiques et gestion d’équipes et de clients.

Responsibilities

  • Develop proposals for selecting exploration well locations and oversee geological/geophysical modeling and data interpretation
  • Lead the design, documentation, and reporting for geotechnical projects
  • Design dams, foundations, embankments, hydraulic analyses, liquefaction analyses, seismic deformation analyses, deposition plans, and groundwater analyses
  • Provide technical leadership for planning, field investigations, feasibility studies, and detailed design
  • Define and lead geotechnical investigations and laboratory testing programs
  • Lead technical development, research and development projects, technical papers, and participation in technical events and conferences
  • Manage key aspects of the data management system
  • Manage a project portfolio and report to more senior colleagues
  • Support GHD’s and its clients’ geotechnical risk management strategies
  • Collect and analyze data from various sources
  • Guide large-scale exploration planning and participate in dam safety inspections and risk assessments
  • Lead teams in preparing peer-reviewed publications and presentations
  • Develop policies, processes, best practices, case studies, and knowledge-sharing sessions
  • Manage and develop relationships with clients and internal stakeholders in Canada and internationally

Requirements

  • Degree in engineering (civil or geotechnical); relevant graduate degrees preferred
  • More than 20 years of experience in geotechnical engineering related to geotechnical design, dams, tailings storage facilities, foundation design, seismic engineering, and geostructural design, ideally in a consulting environment
  • Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ)
  • Established industry profile through participation in professional and academic associations and publication of scientific papers
  • Detailed knowledge of the design of earthfill, tailings, and concrete dams, as well as other major structures
  • Bilingual in English and French
  • Ability to build a team and provide mentorship to junior staff
  • Strong knowledge of relevant Canadian and international standards, industry guidelines, and current industry practices
  • Hold an ASP Construction card
  • Hold a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle

Benefits

  • Access to cutting-edge technologies
  • Reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process
  • Diverse and inclusive workplace
  • Equal access to employment

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

TypeScript

Location requirements

HybridMontrealCanada

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