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Geotechnical Practice Lead
-30- Forensic EngineeringPractice Lead directing geotechnical investigations, forensic analysis, and technical reports at 30 Forensic Engineering. Building the Canadian firm’s Geotechnical practice, client relationships, and multidisciplinary team.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Geotechnical Engineering with a strong focus on project management, client relationship building, and technical leadership. Proven ability to mentor teams and contribute to business development within a consulting engineering environment.
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Geotechnical EngineeringProject ManagementClient Relationship ManagementTechnical WritingProfessional Engineer Registration
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Hard Skills
Geotechnical InvestigationsTechnical AnalysisSite ExaminationsField InvestigationsTechnical Report PreparationForensic InvestigationLitigation SupportBudgetingInvoicingBusiness Development
Soft Skills
LeadershipCommunicationMentoringCollaborationPresentation Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
Professional Engineer RegistrationMaster’s Degree in Geotechnical EngineeringPh.D. in Geotechnical Engineering
Industry Keywords
Consulting EngineeringGeotechnical PracticeCommercial AspectsOperational AspectsClient ServiceTechnical LeadershipMultidisciplinary CollaborationMarket GrowthCommunity EngagementLegal Proceedings
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the Geotechnical practice, including managing a small team and supporting practice growth
- Participate in firm leadership and contribute to firm management, goals, and marketing
- Provide technical leadership for geotechnical investigations, projects, and assignments
- Develop and execute the Geotechnical practice business plan
- Build and maintain client relationships and pursue business development and market growth opportunities
- Lead and manage geotechnical projects according to scopes, budgets, schedules, reporting requirements, and client agreements
- Oversee client service deadlines, budgeting, invoicing, and accounts receivable
- Perform and oversee site examinations, document reviews, field investigations, testing, and technical analysis related to geotechnical losses and failures
- Prepare and review technical reports to ensure quality standards are met
- Communicate technical findings, opinions, and recommendations to clients, colleagues, legal counsel, and stakeholders
- Provide expert opinion and testimony in mediations, arbitrations, discoveries, trials, and other legal proceedings
- Mentor and develop Geotechnical team members
- Collaborate on multidisciplinary investigations, projects, and business development opportunities
- Represent the firm at conferences, seminars, professional associations, and client and community activities
- Perform additional duties as required
Requirements
What you’ll need- Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- 10–15 years of progressive post-degree experience in geotechnical engineering
- Significant experience in a consulting engineering environment
- Currently registered as a Professional Engineer with Professional Engineers Ontario, or eligible for registration
- Experience in a senior technical, project management, or practice leadership capacity
- Strong understanding of commercial and operational aspects of consulting engineering practice
- Ability to lead teams and work effectively with professionals across disciplines
- Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills
- Experience with complex forensic, litigation, or failure investigation matters is an asset
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
- Ability and willingness to travel as required
Benefits
Comp & perks- Accessible recruitment process and accommodation for applicants with disabilities
- Equal employment opportunity
- Positive candidate experience and equitable interview evaluation