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AECOM

Global infrastructure consulting and program management

Geotechnical Service Manager - Water, Geotechnical Engineering

Geotechnical EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMontreal, QC, CanadaCA$140k - CA$180k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Membership in the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec is required.
  • At least 8 years of relevant geotechnical experience is required.
  • Demonstrated experience in team management, project direction, and business development is required.
  • Experience conducting and supervising geotechnical studies, including dynamic soil analysis, is required.
  • Relevant experience in hydroelectricity, dams, or major infrastructure is required.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and client relationship management abilities are required.
  • Demonstrated technical report writing and review skills are required.
  • Good spoken and written French is required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.
  • Canadian work permit sponsorship is unavailable for this position.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and manage the geotechnical service, including resource planning, priority management, and achievement of operational and financial objectives.
  • Engage, supervise, and develop a team of engineers and technicians, fostering collaboration, knowledge transfer, and development of future talent.
  • Oversee complex geotechnical assignments, primarily involving dams, hydroelectric power plants, slope stability, and critical infrastructure.
  • Ensure technical quality of the team's studies, analyses, designs, and deliverables, including reports, calculation notes, plans, and specifications.
  • Manage projects under the service, including budgets, schedules, quality, and client satisfaction.
  • Participate in business development, identify new market opportunities, and develop growth strategies.
  • Maintain and develop relationships with clients, partners, and other industry stakeholders.
  • Lead and contribute to the preparation of service proposals and technical and commercial proposals, and to client presentations.
  • Collaborate with other services and disciplines to develop multidisciplinary assignments and maximize synergies within the Water group.
  • Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and the evolution of technical practices to maintain the service's competitiveness and expertise.
  • Contribute to the long-term strategic vision and positioning of the geotechnical practice.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree in geotechnical engineering is desirable.
  • At least 15 years of relevant hydroelectricity experience is desirable.
  • Significant experience managing and developing a multidisciplinary service or team is desirable.
  • Experience in business development and client account management is desirable.
  • Proficiency with GeoStudio family software is desirable.
  • French-English bilingualism is desirable, particularly for assignments outside Quebec.
  • A valid driver's license is desirable.

About the Company

AECOM

Global infrastructure consulting and program management

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm that provides a wide range of services, including architecture, design, construction management, engineering, environmental services, and program management, to government agencies, private companies, and non-profits. Its work centers on managing and delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, from planning and design to construction and operation, with fees tied to the project type and scope. Unlike firms with a narrower focus, AECOM offers end-to-end support across transportation, buildings, cities, and overall infrastructure, combining technical expertise with project oversight and sustainability considerations. The company aims to improve the world by enhancing natural and social systems, promoting equity and inclusion, and driving responsible, lasting outcomes for communities.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dallas, TX
Founded
1990

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