Posted 2 months ago
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
@ Stantec
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Overview
Stantec is hiring a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, to lead geotechnical investigations, analyses and design across infrastructure, power, mining and other sectors. The role combines project delivery, client work, mentorship of junior staff, and some field work, with a full-time schedule, competitive pay and benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and support geotechnical investigations, analyses and design
- Oversee field work, site inspections and construction monitoring
- Lead and manage geotechnical projects from scope to client communication
- Mentor and train junior staff
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in civil, geotechnical, geological or mining engineering
- Minimum 10 years of geotechnical experience
- P.Eng. in good standing with Engineers Nova Scotia, or eligible to register
- Valid Canadian driver's licence with access to a vehicle
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Outdoors, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Licences & certifications | P.Eng. |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, Engineering Geology |
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Stantec
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Stantec empowers clients, people, and communities to rise to the world’s greatest challenges at a time when the world faces more unprecedented concerns than ever before. We are a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. Our professionals deliver the expertise, technology, and innovation communities need to manage aging infrastructure, demographic and population changes, the energy transition, and more. Today’s communities transcend geographic borders. At Stantec, community means everyone with an interest in the work that we do—from our project teams and industry colleagues to our clients and the people our work impacts. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. Stantec trades on the TSX and the NYSE under the symbol STN. Recruitment fraud notice: All legitimate Stantec career opportunities are posted exclusively at www.stantec.jobs and candidate applications and employment offers are managed through our secure applicant tracking system. Stantec will only contact candidates using official email addresses ending in @stantec.com and does not send job offers as email attachments. Stantec never requests application fees and money transfers in the recruitment process or banking information via email. We also do not send payments for the purchase of office supplies or equipment. Any communication offering employment outside of our official recruitment process should be considered fraudulent.
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- 10160-112 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5K 2L6, CA
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Stantec empowers clients, people, and communities to rise to the world’s greatest challenges at a time when the world faces more unprecedented concerns than ever before. We are a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. Our professionals deliver the expertise, technology, and innovation communities need to manage aging infrastructure, demographic and population changes…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Business Consulting and Services |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | consultingplanningarchitectureengineeringenvironmentalinterior designlandscapesurveyingand project management |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 587 |
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Your Opportunity
Are you an experienced geotechnical engineer ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Stantec is a global engineering consulting firm dedicated to creating sustainable and innovative solutions with a focus on people, value, team spirit, and excellence. The successful candidate will work with our local team in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia with support from our team in Atlantic Canada, supported by a wider, regional team of over 200 geotechnical staff.
The Senior Geotechnical Engineer role provides an opportunity to lead and contribute to a diverse range of geotechnical projects within a multidisciplinary project team environment. The successful candidate will bring technical expertise, project management experience, and a collaborative approach to support the continued growth of the geotechnical team through technical excellence, effective project delivery, successful proposal development, and mentorship of junior staff.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Technical Development: Lead and support geotechnical investigations, engineering analyses, and design for small to large projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, mining, industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. Provide senior technical review and guidance to support high-quality deliverables
- Escape the Office: Perform and oversee field assignments, which may include site inspections, monitoring geotechnical investigation programs, construction monitoring, slope stability assessments, and installation and monitoring of geotechnical instrumentation. The extent of field involvement may vary depending on project needs and the candidate’s interests and experience
- Team Collaboration: Collaborate with project teams in Nova Scotia, across the Maritimes, and throughout Canada. Mentor and train junior staff to strengthen our geotechnical engineering and materials practice while contributing to a supportive, growth-focused team environment
- Project Delivery: Lead and manage geotechnical projects, including scope development, planning, analysis, reporting, budgeting, scheduling, quality review, and client communication. Support and grow client relationships by delivering practical, technically sound solutions
What we offer:
- Small business environment, backed by large company resources
- Collaborate with experienced technical leaders and contribute your expertise to a strong regional geotechnical practice
- Work on complex and diverse projects of varying sizes, applying and further strengthening your technical leadership and project management capabilities
- Flexible work environment that promotes a balanced lifestyle.
- Access to innovative tools and technology, empowering you to deliver high-quality solutions
- Collaborate and grow within a global, multidisciplinary team leveraging worldwide expertise
- Ongoing opportunities for professional development, personal career growth and leadership pathways
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
What we're looking for:
- Ability to lead and deliver geotechnical projects independently
- Proactive approach with strong technical judgement and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication, collaboration and client relationship skills
- Commitment to technical excellence, quality delivery, and junior mentorship
- Interest in supporting business development, proposal preparation, and growth of the local geotechnical practice
- Relevant experience in geotechnical engineering, including shallow and deep foundation design, slope stability, monitoring and instrumentation, settlement analysis, ground improvement and materials testing services
Education and Experience
Essential qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of engineering (such as Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or Mining Engineering, or Engineering Geology) from a recognized university
Minimum of 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering or related services
Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing with Engineers Nova Scotia, or eligible for registration if transferring from another province
Valid Canadian driver’s license with access to a vehicle
Ability to live and work in Canada
Residing in Nova Scotia, or willing to relocate
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
More 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.
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.
Build the foundation for a successful career in geotechnical engineering with a great team. When we say we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site, and in the lab. We work in and outdoors, above and below ground, over and under water, on projects large and small. From field exploration and lab testing to designing and managing the construction of complex geotechnical structures, our team does rock-solid work.
Join our team and discover the opportunities that await.
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