Civil Geotechnical Engineer

• Location: Victoria, British Columbia
• Type: Contract
• Job #14201

Geotechnical Engineer – Generation Stations

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer for a long-term onsite contract supporting one of British Columbia’s largest utility and clean energy organizations. This role is based on Vancouver Island and is ideal for a professional engineer with strong civil geotechnical and underground utility construction experience who thrives in complex infrastructure and construction environments.

The successful candidate will support engineering design, construction reviews, inspections, field coordination, and project execution activities related to underground utility and transmission infrastructure projects.

his position requires onsite presence in Victoria, BC, including night shift work during the initial phase of the assignment.

If you’re interested in contributing to major infrastructure and underground utility projects within one of British Columbia’s leading energy organizations, apply today!

Key Responsibilities

• Support civil and geotechnical engineering design, construction, and field review activities
• Prepare and review engineering documentation including design basis reports, specifications, work packages, and construction documentation
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams
• Conduct site investigations, inspections, constructability reviews, and field assessments
• Support underground utility and transmission infrastructure construction activities
• Respond to RFIs, review contractor deliverables, and support contract administration activities
• Prepare site inspection reports, deficiency lists, and project close-out documentation

Must Haves

• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with EGBC
• Degree in Geotechnical, Geological, or Civil Engineering
• Minimum 8+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Strong civil geotechnical background with underground utility construction experience
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License
• First Aid Training
• Experience with engineering design, construction inspections, and field support activities

Nice to Haves

• Experience with underground transmission line construction and design within BC utility environments
• Experience with geotechnical instrumentation, seismic hazard analysis, and groundwater systems
• Working knowledge of software such as Rocscience, GeoSlope, FLAC, PLAXIS, MODFLOW, or similar geotechnical analysis tools

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com