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Supervisor - Geotechnical & Materials Engineering

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Full-time
Experienced
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At nearly 3,000 people, Englobe is one of Canada's premier firms specializing in professional engineering services, environmental sciences, and soil and biomass treatment.

With offices located across Canada, the United Kingdom and France, we are conveniently located to support large- and small-scale projects, through different stages, in many sectors. Offering a range of value-added services that run the gamut from professional consulting services to turnkey project implementation, Englobe has developed a reputation for integrity, credibility, and people-centered values.

When you choose Englobe, you're choosing a team with a wide range of expertise and a shared concern for the environment and the sustainable development of their communities. At Englobe, the health and safety of our employees is a top priority. We have built a culture of caring and are sincerely committed to diversity and inclusion. In practice, this means we take care of every aspect of the employee experience.

And that's not all... Taking initiative and seizing opportunities for professional development are encouraged. We believe that great ideas can come from anyone, anywhere! At Englobe, you'll have the opportunity to grow and excel.

We offer

  • A full range of benefits (group insurance with shared costs upon hiring, group RRSP);
  • A telemedicine virtual healthcare service;
  • An annual reimbursement of sports expenses;
  • Opportunities for skills development;
  • Flexible hours and ability to compress working hours;
  • Internal policy to encourage teleworking.

Choose the path of impact. Join us in creating a positive legacy.

Englobe is committed to providing accommodation to, and working with, applicants with disabilities, to meet their needs throughout the recruitment, selection and/or employment process.

Your Contribution

As a Supervisor of the Geotechnical and Materials Engineering, you will work in collaboration with the Geotechnical and Materials Team.

Your main responsibilities will be:

  • Assist in determining staffing needs and assist with recruitment;
  • Supervisory level direction of professionals and technicians;
  • Timesheet and expense approval of direct reports;
  • Enhance, develop and mobilize the team of professionals and technicians;
  • Apply and promote Englobe's health and safety rules;
  • Plan, assign, coordinate and supervise work, projects and activities performed by the team;
  • Chair regular communication and meetings for the team;
  • Communicate with other teams and operation centres to work closer without silos;
  • Assist Team leader to manage the training plans and career development of employees;
  • Provide effective leadership, direction and support for members of the team;
  • Work with project managers to ensure that projects are set up and executed in full compliance with quality standards and regulations;
  • Determine areas of potential improvement and direct the implementation of change to address these areas;
  • Build and/or support client relationships at the appropriate level, working in conjunction with the team leader and director;
  • Implement policy changes and up-to-date business processes;
  • Act as a senior professional in various projects;
  • Ensure safety protocols are followed, including conducting field safety inspections; and, Mentor team members and provide a positive work environment.

Technical and Strategic Planning:

  • Prepare detailed proposals for Geotechnical and Materials Engineering projects with planned scope of work and fees;
  • Provide senior field consultation on geotechnical and materials issues including, but not limited to, slope stability, shallow and deep foundations, excavations, subgrades, concrete and asphalt;
  • Aid in preparation of purchase orders and approve invoices for payment;
  • Correspond and meet with clients;
  • Review and approve/co-sign project deliverables;
  • Ensure invoices are routinely sent to clients, and investigate late payments;
  • Technical expertise in the area of geotechnical engineering and materials testing;
  • Provide in-house training on soil, asphalt, and concrete for new field technicians annually; and,
  • Plan, assign, coordinate and supervise work, projects and activities performed by the team.

Your Profile

  • BSc. degree in Civil, Geological, or other Related Engineering Discipline;
  • Registered and in good standing with Professional Engineers of Ontario (P.Eng.);
  • CCIL certification an asset;
  • Minimum 10 years professional experience;
  • Exceptionally strong understanding of the Ontario market;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (French will be considered an asset);
  • Excellent Leadership and mentorship skills;
  • Ability to effectively establish and maintain internal and external client relationships;
  • Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues, consultants, contractors, and clients;
  • Results oriented, self-motivated, forward-thinking individual possessing strong interpersonal abilities. Strong leadership, time management and team building skills are essential to meet the expectations of our supportive and proactive organization. We value and reward the ability to get the job done; and,
  • Ability to demonstrate that you are well organized, show initiative and are eager to learn.

Weekly/Monthly Activities:

  • Approve timesheets;
  • Communicate with direct reports on work load, safety, site issues;
  • Communicate with supervisor on staffing needs, non-conformances, safety concerns;
  • Manage projects;
  • Write proposals;
  • Review/write reports;
  • Review financial performance of operations and provide strategies for continuous improvement;
  • Ensure staff are invoicing WIP and meet clients for collections, when required;
  • Implement policy changes and ensure compliance;
  • Mentor staff;
  • Attend weekly materials and Geotech meetings;
  • Attend bi-weekly SWO OC's coordination meeting;
  • Meet and build relationships with clients; and,
  • Attend quarterly management meeting.

Qualifications:

  • BSc. degree in Civil, Geological, or other Related Engineering Discipline;
  • Registered and in good standing with Professional Engineers of Ontario (P.Eng.);
  • CCIL certification an asset;
  • Minimum 10 years professional experience;
  • Exceptionally strong understanding of the Ontario market;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (French will be considered an asset);
  • Excellent Leadership and mentorship skills;
  • Ability to effectively establish and maintain internal and external client relationships;
  • Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues, consultants, contractors, and clients;
  • Results oriented, self-motivated, forward-thinking individual possessing strong interpersonal abilities. Strong leadership, time management and team building skills are essential to meet the expectations of our supportive and proactive organization. We value and reward the ability to get the job done; and,
  • Ability to demonstrate that you are well organized, show initiative and are eager to learn.

Weekly/Monthly Activities:

  • Approve timesheets;
  • Communicate with direct reports on work load, safety, site issues;
  • Communicate with supervisor on staffing needs, non-conformances, safety concerns;
  • Manage projects;
  • Write proposals;
  • Review/write reports;
  • Review financial performance of operations and provide strategies for continuous improvement;
  • Ensure staff are invoicing WIP and meet clients for collections, when required;
  • Implement policy changes and ensure compliance;
  • Mentor staff;
  • Attend weekly materials and Geotech meetings;
  • Attend bi-weekly SWO OC's coordination meeting;
  • Meet and build relationships with clients; and,
  • Attend quarterly management meeting.

Responsibilities:

As a Supervisor of the Geotechnical and Materials Engineering, you will work in collaboration with the Geotechnical and Materials Team.

Your main responsibilities will be:

  • Assist in determining staffing needs and assist with recruitment;
  • Supervisory level direction of professionals and technicians;
  • Timesheet and expense approval of direct reports;
  • Enhance, develop and mobilize the team of professionals and technicians;
  • Apply and promote Englobe's health and safety rules;
  • Plan, assign, coordinate and supervise work, projects and activities performed by the team;
  • Chair regular communication and meetings for the team;
  • Communicate with other teams and operation centres to work closer without silos;
  • Assist Team leader to manage the training plans and career development of employees;
  • Provide effective leadership, direction and support for members of the team;
  • Work with project managers to ensure that projects are set up and executed in full compliance with quality standards and regulations;
  • Determine areas of potential improvement and direct the implementation of change to address these areas;
  • Build and/or support client relationships at the appropriate level, working in conjunction with the team leader and director;
  • Implement policy changes and up-to-date business processes;
  • Act as a senior professional in various projects;
  • Ensure safety protocols are followed, including conducting field safety inspections; and, Mentor team members and provide a positive work environment.

Technical and Strategic Planning:

  • Prepare detailed proposals for Geotechnical and Materials Engineering projects with planned scope of work and fees;
  • Provide senior field consultation on geotechnical and materials issues including, but not limited to, slope stability, shallow and deep foundations, excavations, subgrades, concrete and asphalt;
  • Aid in preparation of purchase orders and approve invoices for payment;
  • Correspond and meet with clients;
  • Review and approve/co-sign project deliverables;
  • Ensure invoices are routinely sent to clients, and investigate late payments;
  • Technical expertise in the area of geotechnical engineering and materials testing;
  • Provide in-house training on soil, asphalt, and concrete for new field technicians annually; and,
  • Plan, assign, coordinate and supervise work, projects and activities performed by the team.

Englobe Corp. adheres to employment equity and equal opportunity programs and encourages all women, visible minorities, Aboriginals and disabled persons to apply. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Competition Number: 2602