Project Engineer – Materials Technology, P.ENG

GHD

Project Engineer overseeing geotechnical and materials testing at GHD in Mississauga. Manage projects, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Posted 5/25/2026full-timeMississauga • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$70,035 - CA$116,681 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Project management, field investigations/assessment, engineering analysis and reporting, supervision, training, and scheduling of engineering and technical staff
Act as a liaison between clients, contractors, and GHD site inspectors to ensure that tasks are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner
Preparation of technical proposals and formal reports.
Manage, coordinate, and conduct a wide variety of construction/materials testing and inspections related, but not limited to, transportation, commercial, industrial, and residential building development projects
Manage project schedules, budgets, and prepare monthly invoices.
Support business development and client maintenance through client sourcing, preparation of proposals and strategies, and preparation of qualification packages. Manage and maintain excellent client relations.
Provide recommendations to clients and contractors for materials testing results that are not in compliance with specifications.
Having experience with the management of building science inspection services is a strong asset
Provide engineering support for geotechnical and construction materials aspects of projects throughout the construction stages

Requirements

What you’ll need

University graduate with a degree in geotechnical or civil engineering
Possess PEO registration in Ontario (P.Eng. license)
Minimum 5 years of experience with geotechnical, land development, and building science inspection and testing projects, at least 2-3 of those years of experience in Ontario, preferably in the GTA region
Ability to lead and cooperate with a team in various environments, as well as work independently
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical/technical, project management, and report writing skills
Desire to provide excellent practical client service and a commitment to technical excellence
Must be well organized and can manage and prioritize several assignments at one time, deliver on time and on budget
Knowledge of regional markets, agencies, and local terrain / geotechnical conditions
Valid Ontario Driver’s License (G)
Ability and willingness to be mobile and travel for work when and as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development
Flexible work arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

geotechnical engineeringcivil engineeringconstruction materials testingbuilding science inspectionproject managementreport writingengineering analysisfield investigationsbudget managementscheduling

Soft Skills

team leadershipcommunicationanalytical skillsclient serviceorganizational skillsindependent worktime managementclient relationscollaborationproblem-solving

Certifications

P.Eng. licenseuniversity degree in geotechnical engineeringuniversity degree in civil engineering