Senior Civil-Geotechnical Engineer – Transportation

This is a hybrid role requiring three days per week in our Anchorage office. About Us BGC Engineering Inc. (BGC) is an international applied earth sciences professional services firm. We are proud of our talented team of over 800 employees, spanning the fields of Engineering, Geoscience, Software, Geomatics, Data Science, Accounting, Administration, Health & Safety and Human Resources. Alongside our clients and industry partners, BGC works collaboratively as ‘One Team’, dedicated to solving the world’s most critical applied earth science challenges. BGC has offices located across Canada, the United States, Chile, the Dominican Republic, and Australia. Our flat management structure creates a culture of innovation, excellence and transparency and a casual, dynamic and inclusive work environment. BGC prides itself on offering training and mentoring opportunities to further our employees’ professional growth as well as social and wellness activities that contribute to the connection and wellbeing of our team. We believe in One Team , Excellence, Curiosity, Common Sense and Clarity. The Role BGC is seeking an experienced Senior Civil-Geotechnical Engineer to be part of our new office in Anchorage, AK. While Anchorage would be a new geography for BGC, BGC has been supporting projects in Alaska since 2007, in particular mining and transportation projects. The ideal candidate will be an expert in one of more of the disciplines in which BGC provides consulting services: engineering geology, geohazards, groundwater, rock mechanics, soil mechanics, or surface water. The successful candidate will work closely with other engineers and geoscientists, help to mentor junior staff, provide technical review, and engage with clients, old and new. BGC operates as One Team with a focus on connection between people, sectors, technical disciplines, and offices across the globe to provide clients with innovative, common-sense solutions partnered with quality service. In addition to Alaska projects, the successful candidate will work with our global team to help develop our client-base in line with BGC’s strategic direction. In this role the successful candidate will provide technical leadership, excellent client service, and advancement of innovative practices while practicing our core values of One Team, Excellence, Curiosity, Common Sense, and Clarity. This position is located in Anchorage, AK. Regular travel to other BGC offices and project locations will be required. Responsibilities Act as a project engineer or geoscientist and technical lead for specific aspects of mining and/or transportation projects Manage projects, including proposals, budgets, schedules, staffing, and scope Manage multi-disciplinary project teams, potentially working in remote and challenging environments Travel as required, which could occasionally include extended shifts at remote sites Organize and supervise field programs, including: geohazard site investigation, geohazard mitigation design and construction monitoring Author or co-author reports Train, mentor, and supervise technical work of junior and intermediate staff Work with client and partner representatives Contribute to recruiting efforts for junior and intermediate staff Travel to other BGC offices on occasion to foster team connectivity and participate in business development and planning initiatives Participate in business development, including identifying new opportunities, promoting BGC’s capacity for undertaking innovative and advanced projects, and writing proposals Help promote BGC vision, values and culture amongst BGC staff Required Education, Experience & Competencies 10 to 20 years of relevant professional engineering or geoscience experience, including in engineering consulting. Applicants with fewer or more years of experience than this may also be considered at a seniority level commensurate with their experience Post-graduate degree in the candidate’s relevant field (e.g. Geotechnical / Civil Engineering) Registered as a professional engineer in the state of Alaska (PE) Technical expertise and project management experience in mining and/or transportation sectors Familiarity with cold regions / permafrost engineering and science principles Familiarity with geotechnical software such as SLOPE/W, Slide2, RSPile, LPile, PLAXIS, TEMP/W, FLAC, or similar Experience in mentoring, delegating and directing junior and intermediate level staff, in-person or remotely, on technical and non-technical topics. Exceptional communication skills in English, both written and oral, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desired Education, Experience & Competencies Existing Canadian Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) Registration or eligible for registration for a P.Eng. within 3 years Experience with cold regions engineering principles and practices (e.g., frost heave, permafrost, thermal design, monitoring, analyses) Experience with deep and shallow foundations design, slope stability analysis, slope stabilization, and/or earth retention Position Requirements Drug & Alcohol Testing To ensure we meet our client’s compliance requirements and our workplace health and safety commitments, BGC has a drug and alcohol policy that applies to this position. The policy states that an employee may be required to take a drug and alcohol test prior to engaging in field work. This testing could be requested within an employee’s first week or in the future, as required. It is important to note that some clients also require random drug and alcohol testing, and/or testing in the event of a health and safety accident or incident. Driver’s License BGC requires that employees have a valid driver's license, and that employees can drive a field pickup truck. Upon hiring, BGC will require a driver’s abstract to allow for a safety review of your driving history. Travel and Vaccination BGC is committed to maintaining a safe work environment to ensure the health and safety of employees while on business travel and during field assignments. To meet travel and client requirements, employees may be required to receive vaccinations such as yellow fever, COVID-19, etc. If you require an accommodation or wish to discuss your situation, please contact Human Resources . BGC requires that you have a current passport for this position. Company Benefits BGC offers our employees the following: Our ‘One Team’ culture supporting health, wellness, safety and diversity Comprehensive benefits package Health, Dental and Vision coverage STD, LTD, Life, AD&D and Business Travel Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holidays Parental leave top ups Professional development and mentoring opportunities Flat management structure Flexible workplace with office and home arrangements Social and wellness activities Casual and professional work environment Wage Range The estimated base salary range for this position is $115,000-$180,000 USD per annum, however base pay will be commensurate with job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. BGC's compensation package also includes a discretionary bonus plan, training allowance, and comprehensive medical and dental plan. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion BGC strives to create a workplace where equity, diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout our workplace culture and practices. Join us in our commitment to honour individuality, ensure fairness, and create a welcoming environment for everyone. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all candidates, including those experiencing inequity such as racialized individuals, Indigenous People, women, people of diverse sexual orientations, identities and expressions, veterans, individuals with disabilities, people of all faiths, nationalities, marital status, ages, and family status. For assistance or accommodation with your application, please contact us at . BGC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation with your application, please contact our HR Team at Disclosures (1) At BGC, we use Artificial Intelligence to streamline parts of the recruitment process; however, all decisions about candidate selection and advancement continue to be made by our hiring team. (2) This posting reflects expertise that we are open to considering on an ongoing basis, as part of our commitment to growth and expanding our capabilities in a new office location. (3) This posting will remain open on a continuous basis and may close without notice. (4) Privacy Notice: By submitting an application you are consenting to ​BGC Engineering Inc.​ using and storing provided information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment.