Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 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 Canada is seeking a skilled and dedicated Geotechnical Field Technician to join our Resilience Team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in geotechnical site investigation and reporting. As a Geotechnical Field Technician, you will have the opportunity to work on engineering and geotechnical projects in a multi-discipline project team environment. You will be responsible for applying foundational skills in the areas of Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Oversight, QA/QC and Contract Administration. You will work closely with other engineers and environmental scientists to mitigate potential hazards and environmental impacts. As part of your role, you will focus primarily performing geotechnical explorations, field and laboratory tests, QA/QC, construction monitoring, and related services under the direction of a Professional Engineer. 

Role accountabilities:

The Geotechnical Field Technician will be responsible for planning and completing geotechnical site investigations. This may include logging, sampling, and evaluation of soil, bedrock, and groundwater conditions. They will conduct field and laboratory tests on soil and rock samples, install geotechnical instrumentation, monitor, and collect data.

The successful candidate will conduct safety reviews and condition assessments, and assist in preparing geotechnical reports with findings and recommendations. They will generate and/or update technical drawings, figures, and models, and be responsible for conducting visual inspection and field testing of construction activities to ensure compliance with Construction Drawings and Specifications.

The successful candidate will also:

Manage project budgets, schedules, and team coordination; assist in preparation of technical and cost proposals. Collaborate with environmental scientists to ensure sustainable practices; ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.

Key Attributes:

Strong attention to detail and accuracy. A commitment to Health and Safety excellence; ability and willingness to work in both office and field environments in a safe manner maintaining situational awareness. Willingness to work overtime and working weekends when required, to meet project requirements; Ability to prioritize and manage time efficiently to complete tasks. Possess a high degree of initiative and the ability to work in a diverse team environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office Word and Excel. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Qualifications & Experience:

The successful candidate must hold a technician/technologist diploma from a recognized college, and have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in geotechnical site investigation and construction. The successful candidate must also have:

Valid registration with Current registration with ASET/ASTTBC or is eligible for interprovincial transfer. Minimum of 5 years in Canada to be able to complete/clear a background check. Valid Drivers License and ability to get to and from project sites.

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.

 

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