Site Geologist
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Job Summary
The Site Geologist will play a key role in integrating geological expertise into largescale urban infrastructure construction. This position involves overseeing field operations such as secant pile drilling opencut excavations and NATM/SEM tunneling while performing detailed geological mapping and bedrock assessments.
Working closely with multidisciplinary teams including geotechnical engineers designers project managers and contractors this role will ensure geological conditions are accurately interpreted risks are effectively managed and project requirements are met with technical precision and operational efficiency.
The salary range for this position is $90000 CAD - $110000 CAD plus additional benefits.
Key Responsibilities:
Geological Oversight & Field Operations
- Conduct geological face mapping during opencut and SEM excavations in soil and bedrock.
- Apply structural geology expertise to evaluate joint features ground conditions and support classes (RMR GSI Q Barton value).
- Identify and recommend appropriate rock support measures to ensure stability of the exposed rock face.
- Support NATM/SEM tunneling activities including participation in PermittoTunnel meetings.
Technical Analysis Instrumentation & Reporting
- Maintain detailed logs of drilling mapping and geological observations.
- Interpret geotechnical instrumentation data and contribute to Monitoring Action Team decisions.
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports outlining geological risks findings and construction implications.
Design Review & Engineering Support
- Collaborate with design teams to assess pile embedment geological support classes and excavation requirements.
- Review SEM and SOE design reports RFIs Field Change Requests and NonConformance documentation.
- Develop practical technical solutions to meet construction and geological constraints.
CrossFunctional Collaboration & Stakeholder Communication
- Work closely with Geotechnical Engineers Project Managers and Contractors to integrate geological considerations into construction planning.
- Communicate geological findings recommendations and risks to internal and external stakeholders.
- Support coordination between field operations and design teams to ensure seamless project execution.
Qualifications :
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Geology Geological Engineering or related discipline.
- Currently registered in Ontario as .
- is a major asset.
- Demonstrated experience assessing bedrock conditions in major infrastructure or construction projects.
- Strong background in structural geology with expertise in joint characterization and orientation analysis and assessing the need of rock support installation (such as rock bolts anchors etc.).
- Practical experience with opencut excavation and geotechnical classification systems (RMR GSI QSystem).
- Familiarity with Georgian Bay Formation geology or in similar Shale formations.
- NATM/SEM tunneling experience considered a strong asset.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills in highpressure fastmoving construction environments.
- Proficiency with geological and geotechnical software (e.g. DIPS UnWedge).
- FEM experience is an advantage.
Additional Information :
Why OTG
Welcome to Ontario Transit Group (OTG) located in the heart of Downtown Toronto where diversity and passion collide. As we work on the groundbreaking Ontario Line project we prioritize fostering a positive culture. Join us and be part of a team that celebrates our employees organizes family events and promotes health and wellness initiatives. Our commitment to personal and professional growth means annual performance reviews salary increases comprehensive health benefits generous RRSP matching industry education support and career development opportunities.
OTG uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However applications are reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.
At OTG we embrace diversity recognizing that it strengthens us as a team and as a company. We are an equal-opportunity employer encouraging applications from all interested candidates. We value Indigenous people racialized people neurodivergent people people with disabilities and individuals from gender and sexually diverse communities with intersectional identities. OTG is committed to fostering an inclusive equitable and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the selection process please contact
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While we appreciate your interest only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Please note that we do not accept agency submissions.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- ArcGIS
- GIS
- Microsoft Access
- Data Collection
- Technical Writing
- Statistical Software
- ArcView
- Oil & Gas Experience
- QA/QC
- Petra
- Word Processing
- Writing Skills
About Company
Ferrovial Construction Canada Inc. and VINCI Construction Grands Projects are undertaking the design, build, and finance the Ontario Line Southern Civil, Stations, and Tunnel (South Civil) package. As Ontario Transit Group, we are now mobilizing our design and construction crews, wit ... View more
