Head of Construction Risk Management

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. 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.Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term valueAnnual discretionary performance bonuses401(k) with company matchIndustry-leading medical, dental and vision benefitsPrescription drug coverage and telemedicine servicesLife, AD&D and disability insurancePaid parental leave and family care supportHSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportationMental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance ProgramsCareer growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programsAccess to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development coursesOngoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regionsHere's how a Geotechnical Risk Manager for PCL Construction, Inc. within Civil West contributes to our team:Environmental and demolition-related subsurface data.Identify gaps, inconsistencies, and ambiguities in soils reports and coordinate requests for clarification, supplemental investigations, or risk allowances.Earthwork and mass excavation. Deep foundations and shoring systems. Underground utility and large-diameter pipe installation. Dewatering systems (temporary and permanent). 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 & ManagementIdentify, quantify, and actively manage geotechnical risks affecting: cost, schedule, safety and constructability.Develop geotechnical risk registers and mitigation plans during preconstruction.Support qualifications, exclusions, and clarifications tied to geotechnical risk in proposals.Design & Stakeholder CoordinationCollaborate with designers, third-party geotechnical engineers, and speciality subcontractors to: validate contructability of proposed designs. Influence design development to reduce construction risk.Participate in owner, designer, and risk review meetings as the geotechnical solutions.Participate in owner, designer, and risk review meetings as the geotechnical authority.Transistion to ConstructionSupprot handoff from preconstruction to operations with: Clear documentation of geotechnical assumptions and risks. Defined risk ownership strategies. Provide consultative support to project teams during early construction as needed.QualificationsRequired:Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related discipline.Minimum 10-15 years of experience in heavy civil construction, geotechnical engineering, or major underground/site work projects.Demonstrated experience with preconstruction, estimating, and risk management.Ability to translate technical geotechnical data into practical construction and cost decisions.Experience on water/wastewater, transportation, or large-scale infrastructure projects.Geotechnical risk identification and mitigation.Cost and schedule risk management.Constructability analysis.Your Work Has Purpose HerePCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.We know everyone's needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io, ArizonaJob Title: Geotechnical Risk ManagerRequisition ID: 12540