Senior Materials Testing & Inspection Practice Lead​/Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Materials Testing & Inspection Practice Lead / Geotechnical Engineer

Location:

Barrie, ON, Canada
Date Posted:
Jan 5, 2026

To augment our exciting and continued growth, GEI is looking for highly motived senior materials testing & inspection and geotechnical professionals who are interested in working collaboratively with a talented team of design, management, and technical leaders. GEI will provide a unique opportunity to collaborate across multiple practices to successfully deliver construction materials testing, inspection and geotechnical design/engineering solutions for our clients throughout the Southern Ontario market.

Our projects vary in size, type, scope and complexity and include both private and public clients.

We are always looking for the right person that fits our culture and can bring value to the team. Even if not all of the roles, responsibilities and requirements fit your exact work and education experience, we still want to hear from you.

• Provide construction materials testing & inspection and geotechnical engineering expertise and project management on a wide variety of projects including land development, buildings, highways, bridges, retaining walls, slope stability, and municipal infrastructure.
• Supervise, direct, train, and mentor all field staff and provide leadership in construction materials testing/inspection and geotechnical disciplines, including compaction testing, concrete/asphalt sampling and testing, foundation subgrade inspections, reinforcing steel inspection, proof-rolls, pile inspections, etc.
• Direct preparation and/or supervision of junior to intermediate technician and engineering staff on preparation of summary & technical reports, field inspection reports, referencing municipal and provincial specifications, and other written documentation.
• Work closely with GEI’s laboratory manager and potentially oversee all laboratory operations and ensure compliance with CCIL requirements, including sieves, proctors, concrete compressive strength, hydrometers, Atterbergs, specific gravity, etc.
• Perform the duties of Radiation Safety Officer (or alternate) to ensure compliance with all CNSC licensing requirements for portable nuclear gauges.
• Prepare proposals and provide key contributions to regional marketing and business development activities, including development of client relationships.
• Provide support where required on geotechnical, hydrogeological and environmental subsurface investigations and reporting.
• Promote health and safety in all aspects of work.
• Ability to spend time in the field, depending on experience level/project specifics.

Minimum Qualifications

• University degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field, with 10+ years of civil and geotechnical engineering experience in Southern Ontario. P. Eng. certification required. Candidates without a P.Eng. will be considered if extensive work experience can be shown.
• Strong fundamental knowledge of principles of construction materials testing & inspection, geotechnical engineering, and soil mechanics.
• Experience in working on a variety of sizes and types of projects for various client types.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent computer skills with technical analysis software, MS Office, MS Project, and other computer applications.
• Valid driver’s license with access to a personal vehicle.
• Physical and environment requirements for this position are available upon request.

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Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With nearly 60 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.

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