Principal Geotechnical Engineer

AtkinsRéalis

. Work closely with AtkinsRéalis professionals across transportation, tunnel, rail and transit, energy, cities and developments, and industrial sectors .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaLead💰 CA$125,000 - CA$171,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Geotechnical Engineering, with a focus on project management, client relationship building, and team development. Holds a P.Eng. license and has a proven track record in leading complex geotechnical projects across various infrastructure sectors.

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P.Eng. LicenseGeotechnical EngineeringProject ManagementClient Relationship ManagementBusiness Development

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Hard Skills

Geotechnical DesignTunnelsHighwaysRailMunicipal RoadsBridgesInfrastructure Capability DevelopmentBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementReporting Requirements

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsMentoringTeam Development

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng.)

Industry Keywords

Ministry of TransportationTransportationTunnelEnergyCities and DevelopmentsIndustrial Sectors

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with AtkinsRéalis professionals across transportation, tunnel, rail and transit, energy, cities and developments, and industrial sectors
Participate in multidisciplinary teams and projects of all scales
Execute major programs
Support complex proposals
Mentor junior staff
Act as a technical reference
Develop and expand infrastructure geotechnics capability and the team’s portfolio
Lead and manage geotechnical projects according to approved scopes, budgets, schedules, reporting requirements and client agreements
Build and maintain client relationships while identifying and pursuing business development and market growth opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years holding a P.Eng. license and practicing in Ontario
Over 12+ years of strong Geotechnical Engineering experience
Professional engineering designation (P.Eng.)
Proven senior experience in tunnels, highways, rail, municipal roads and bridges
Experience with the Ministry of Transportation in Ontario considered a strong asset
Proven geotechnical design experience
Excellent interpersonal and technical skills
Ability to support the development of teams
Ability to build and maintain client relationships and pursue business development and market growth opportunities
Ability to lead and manage geotechnical projects according to scopes, budgets, schedules, reporting requirements and client agreements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Employee recognition
Flexible benefits tailored to health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs
Training and professional development opportunities
Hybrid working culture
Generous time-off policies
Accommodation provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)