Geotechnical Risk Manager

The future you want is within reach. Let’s build it together. At PCL Construction, Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don’t just build projects—we build opportunities, careers and communities. We are 100% employee-owned, every employee has a stake in our success, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.   We’re a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build it with. That includes you. We are not only investing in what’s next in construction, we are investing in what’s next for your career.   The Geotechnical Risk Manager is responsible for all geotechnical-related scope during preconstruction, providing technical leadership, risk evaluation, and cost certainty for site work and underground construction. This role serves as the subject matter expert for interpreting geotechnical information and translating subsurface conditions into accurate estimates, means and methods, productivity assumptions, and risk mitigation strategies. The position plays a critical role in managing geotechnical risk across estimating, planning, and work packaging to protect schedule, cost, and constructability.   Why Choose PCL? Choose a career with rewards that matter. PCL’s total rewards are designed to support your growth, well-being and future success—because when you succeed, we all do. Our offerings could include:

Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value Annual discretionary performance bonuses 401(k) with company match Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services Life, AD&D and disability insurance Paid parental leave and family care support HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions

Here's how a Geotechnical Risk Manager for PCL Construction, Inc. within Civil West contributes to our team: Responsibilities

Geotechnical Due Diligence & Interpretation

Lead the review, intrepretation, and qualification of: Geotechnical, geologic, and geophysical reports. Historical borings and as-built records. Environmental and demolition-related subsurface data. Identify gaps, inconsistencies, and ambiguities in soils reports and coordinate requests for clarification, supplemental investigations, or risk allowances. Develop clear geotechnical narratives and assumptions for estimates and proposals.

Preconstruction Estimating & Means and Methods

Develop estimating approaches and construction means and methods for: Earthwork and mass excavation. Deep foundations and shoring systems. Underground utility and large-diameter pipe installation. Trenching, tunneling, and shaft construction. Demolition with geotechnical influence. Dewatering systems (temporary and permanent). Ground improvement techiques (e.g., over-excavation, stabilization, grouting, soil mixing). Establish production rates, crew compositions, sequencing logic, and equipment assumptions based on subsurface conditions. Support risk-based estimating, including probabilistic cost impacts where appropriate.

Risk Identification & Management

Identify, quantify, and actively manage geotechnical risks affecting: cost, schedule, safety and constructability. Develop geotechnical risk registers and mitigation plans during preconstruction. Contribute to contingency, allowances, and escalation decisions related to subsurface uncertainity. Support qualifications, exclusions, and clarifications tied to geotechnical risk in proposals.

Design & Stakeholder Coordination

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