Description
Your role at GEI. GEI Canada's instrumentation practice continues to grow, and we are seeking a Geostructural Instrumentation Manager to join us. The preferred candidate will be experienced in the design, installation, and maintenance of geotechnical instrumentation systems. These systems will include movement monitoring of structures utilizing automated motorized total stations, vibration and noise monitors, online data visualization, and geotechnical downhole instrumentation such as inclinometers, observation wells, vibrating wire piezometers, and borehole extensometers. This position includes interfacing directly with existing clients and identifying and developing new clients both within GEI and externally. There will be frequent interaction with agencies on behalf of our clients to guide the permitting process; this requires a strong understanding of their monitoring requirements. Example agencies are Metrolinx, MTO, Infrastructure Ontario, City of Toronto, and various US agencies as needed to collaborate with GEI's US teams. This position will be supported by our current instrumentation team and other senior professional engineers. Construction projects will include foundations, tunneling, and excavations support systems, ground improvement, and environmental work. Essential Responsibilities & Duties- Key responsibilities and duties include designing, installing, and maintaining geotechnical, geostructural, and civil instrumentation systems, and collecting and interpreting instrumentation data. The role also includes interpreting monitoring data and prepare summary reports.
- The responsibilities will also include managing and mentoring junior and intermediate geostructural instrumentation and field staff. Other responsibilities will be reporting, reviewing of reports and deliverables prepared by staff, and coordination of GEI field staff.Business development responsibilities will include developing and fostering partnerships with new and existing clients, preparation and tracking of proposals, and management of project budgets and invoicing.
- It is further expected that competent knowledge of civil and geotechnical engineering principles are used for the purpose of decision making and reporting on site, including reviews for general conformance of civil and geotechnical aspects, and coordination of specialized testing (i.e. geotechnical materials) as needed.
- Generating geotechnical instrumentation/monitoring proposals and cost estimates based on contract drawings and agency requirements.
- Creating monitoring programs for development and heavy-civil projects.
- Installing and monitoring inclinometers, extensometers, vibrating wire piezometers, observation wells, seismographs, and robotic total station systems.
- Maintaining and troubleshooting instrumentation equipment.
- Traveling to project sites as required. Travel within North America is expected.
- Participating in technical committees and writing papers for industry events.
- BS in Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical or related studies
- Professional Engineer's license, or ability to obtain, is preferred
- 15-20+ years of experience
- Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting instrumentation equipment
- Experience with Leica equipment and GeoMos Monitoring Solution is a plus
- Experience with online instrumentation visualization tools like MissionOS
- Experience in wiring electronics and understanding remote communications
- Knowledge in soldering, wiring, electrical assembly, cabling, and low voltage electrical systems a plus
- Experience in fundamental computer skills and computer-programming experience with SQL, python, XML, or other languages is preferred
- Surveying experience preferred
- Competent knowledge of civil and geotechnical principles with the ability to communicate and report on observations a must
- Excellent writing and general communication skills
- 25% or more travel as needed
- Ability to perform field work
- Valid Canadian. driver's license
- Physical and environment requirements for this position are available upon request.
- Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits Program including Health Care and Wellness Spending Accounts
- Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
- GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
- Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
- Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
- Rewards and Recognition
- RRSP Program
- Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder
- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- And More…