Principal Geotechnical Engineer

<b> Overview / Responsibilities </b><br><br>Wood is currently recruiting for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join the Conventional Energy Team in Calgary. <br><br>Responsibilities: <br><ul><li> Provide geotechnical expertise for onshore pipelines in western Canada, including cold regions and permafrost regions. </li><li> Provide guidance, and where necessary, support in coordination, preparation of cost estimates, tender submissions, technical documentation, client reports, progress reports, project scheduling / resourcing, and meeting deadlines and budgets on projects. </li><li> Active participation in the field on a project specific basis as dictated by the needs of the project to meet client expectations and project objectives </li></ul> <br><br><b> Skills / Qualifications </b><br><br>The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications: <br><ul><li> Graduate Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering </li><li> General understanding of Western Canadian geomorphology and associated landforms, processes, and hazards. </li><li> Able to conduct desktop and field level terrain assessments. </li><li> Experienced in the interpretation and utilization of aerial photographs, as well as satellite and LiDAR imagery in the assessment of terrain and geohazards. </li><li> Experienced in the use of commercial analytical software packages in the assessment of slope stability. </li><li> Pipeline routing and trenchless crossing assessments. </li><li> Familiar with geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring of geohazards. </li><li> Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. </li><li> Ability to work independently and cooperate with a team in various environment </li></ul><br><br><b> Company Overview </b><br><br>Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com <br><br><b> Diversity Statement (EEO) </b><br><br>We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.