Geotechnical Engineer-In-Training

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.Role description
Arcadis is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join the Engineering Services During Construction (ESDC) team supporting the Fraser River Tunnel Project in Vancouver, British Columbia. Working under the direction and supervision of licensed professional engineers, the successful candidate will provide field-based geotechnical and construction engineering support, document site conditions and construction progress, assist with technical reviews, and coordinate with multidisciplinary design and construction teams. This position is intended for an early-career engineering professional seeking progressive experience toward professional engineering registration while contributing to the delivery of a major infrastructure project.Role accountabilities
Provide geotechnical field engineering support during construction and preparatory works under the supervision of licensed professional engineers.Observe construction activities and document field conditions, progress, equipment, materials, and issues relevant to the geotechnical scope.Prepare clear and accurate daily field observation reports, site records, photographs, markups, progress summaries, and supporting documentation.Support geotechnical investigations, including drilling and rock coring supervision, borehole and core logging, soil and rock sampling, groundwater observations, monitoring well activities, and field testing.Assist with geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring activities and maintain organized monitoring and field records.Support the review of contractor submissions, work method statements, shop drawings, requests for information, technical queries, and field change documentation within the limits of the EIT role.Compare observed construction activities against approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and design requirements, and promptly escalate potential deviations or concerns to the responsible professional engineer.Coordinate with the ESDC team, design disciplines, construction personnel, contractors, client representatives, and specialist consultants while following established communication protocols.Participate in site meetings, safety briefings, coordination meetings, and technical discussions as required.Support preparation of technical memoranda, calculations, data summaries, drawings, schedules, and closeout records.Maintain project records in applicable document and project management systems.Comply with project health, safety, environmental, quality, and site-access requirements.Support day, night, or weekend site coverage when required by the construction programQualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.Registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT), or eligible for EIT registration, with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia.Approximately three years of relevant geotechnical, geological, environmental, construction, or infrastructure experience.Practical experience in field investigations, drilling supervision, borehole or core logging, soil and rock sampling, groundwater monitoring, or construction observation.Ability to prepare accurate, concise, and well-organized field and technical documentation.Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary office and field environments.Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to and work at active construction sites.Experience supporting transportation, tunnelling, marine, bridge, rail, or other major civil infrastructure projects.Experience with groundwater sampling, monitoring well installation, geotechnical instrumentation, compaction testing, or environmental/geotechnical sampling.Experience preparing daily field reports and maintaining construction progress records.Familiarity with Aconex, Autodesk Construction Cloud, ProjectWise, SharePoint, or comparable project delivery systems.Knowledge of Canadian construction practices, geotechnical standards, and engineering documentation requirements.Why Arcadis?
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.Together, we can create a lasting legacy.Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.The salary range for this position is$71,280 - $106,000. The base salary represents Arcadis' hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.
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