Geotechnical Project Manager
City : Mississauga
Category : Yearly Direct Hire
Industry : Recruitment/Staffing
Employer : The Adecco Group
Adecco is currently hiring a Project Manager – Geotechnical/Geoscience for a full-time permanent opportunity in Burlington or Mississauga. This role is ideal for an experienced construction and geotechnical professional who enjoys managing complex projects, leading multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to the development of vibrant residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal communities. In this position, you will oversee geotechnical construction projects from initiation through completion while ensuring quality execution, client satisfaction, and alignment with project schedules and budgets.
Salary: $100,000 to $140,000 annually
Location: Burlington, ON or Mississauga, ON
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Employment Type: Permanent, full-time
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Responsibilities
Manage a variety of geotechnical construction projects from initiation through completion across residential, industrial, commercial, and municipal sectors
Oversee day-to-day construction site operations including scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor coordination
Review project specifications, drawings, and contracts to ensure accurate project execution
Monitor project performance to ensure quality, scheduling, and financial objectives are achieved
Liaise with clients, consultants, municipalities, and regulatory agencies throughout project lifecycles
Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to geotechnical field staff and junior project managers
Identify project risks proactively and implement mitigation strategies
Coordinate field inspections, quality assurance processes, material testing, and site reporting activities
Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and company policies
Prepare project documentation including progress reports, change orders, and project close-out documentation
Support multidisciplinary collaboration across engineering and construction teams
Perform additional project-related duties as required
Qualifications
Must be eligible to work and reside within Canada
Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field
Minimum 10 years of experience in construction project management or site supervision
Strong knowledge of construction practices, contract administration, and Ontario health and safety regulations (OHSA)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong technical writing and reporting abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with project management software such as MS Project or Primavera is considered an asset
Familiarity with construction design software such as AutoCAD is considered an asset
Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Successful Criminal Records Check completed within 6 months of start date
Standard First Aid & CPR certification is considered an asset
Why Apply
Opportunity to work on impactful projects that help shape growing communities across Ontario
Join a collaborative multidisciplinary engineering team with strong industry expertise
Employee-owned company with a strong culture of accountability and teamwork
Competitive compensation, generous PTO, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits
Excellent career growth and professional development opportunities
Exposure to diverse residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal projects
Interested in this position? Apply now! Our dynamic recruitment team is ready to welcome you and support you on your path to success.
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