Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

The Opportunity:
DS is currently seeking an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates looking to further develop their career in civil engineering. DS offers competitive salaries along with a complete benefits package and a variety of Training and Development Programs to help you develop the skills you need to succeed in your chosen career path. This is an existing vacancy within the organization.Key Responsibilities:
Assisting in proposal preparationCo-ordinating subcontractors, laboratory testing, documentation for geotechnical investigationsSupervising borehole drilling, test pit supervisionManaging clients and contractorsAnalytical work for slope stability, settlement analysis, soil improvementWrite geotechnical reports and prepare cost estimates and proposalsProvide technical services in a field and laboratory environmentDuties might include but not limited to site inspections, material testing (soil, asphalt, concrete) using nuclear gauge, material sampling, data collection and general geotechnical work supervisionProviding technical assistance in materials related projects and tasks, including carrying out field and laboratory testing of various materials on construction sites, in-situ density testing and testing of concrete and asphalt materialsSummarizing and analyzing findings from investigations and lab testing for report writingEnsuring workplace health and safety practices are always followedWork with and provide support to other members of the field technician group in assisting with other field and office activities as requiredKey Qualifications, Skills & Education:
Degree or Post-secondary education in geotechnical, civil or geological engineering or related filed.Five (5) - eight (8) years related experience in geotechnical engineering field investigations (preferably in a consulting environment) is an assetProficiency with common geotechnical and other softwareGood understanding of geotechnical investigations on high-rise and low-rise development projectsMust be mobile and willing to work on a combination of field and office work, as travel will be requiredStrong workplace health and safety practicesFlexible, well organized, interested in technical and personal advancementAbility able to carry out assignments with minimal supervisionAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, strong report writing skills and verbal communication in English are essentialKnowledge of environmental and hydrogeological investigation workAbility to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.Must own vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage and hold a valid (G-Level) Ontario Driver's LicenseAbout DS Consultants Ltd:
DS Consultants Ltd. (DS), a BluMetric company, is a consulting engineering firm specializing in geotechnical, environmental, hydrogeology, building science and materials inspection and testing services. Headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario, with branch offices in Barrie, Hamilton, Cambridge, and a Testing Laboratory in Vaughan, DS is supported by a team of over 140 highly qualified engineers, hydrogeologists, environmental scientists, technologists, and administrative professionals. DS is committed to delivering practical, high-quality solutions while fostering a collaborative and people-focused work environment.DS is committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations due to a disability are available upon request. DS is an equalopportunityemployer. We thank all applicants for their interest;
however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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