Heather Stewart
About Heather Stewart
Heather Stewart is an Associate at Arup with expertise in geotechnical engineering, specializing in tunnel and shaft excavation, slope stability analysis, and geotechnical design.
Title
Heather Stewart currently holds the title of Associate at Arup, a role she has been in since 2018. Her position is located within the Greater Toronto Area Metropolitan Area.
Previous Roles
Prior to her current role at Arup, Heather Stewart served as a Senior Project Engineer at Brierley Associates Corporation from 2015 to 2018 in the Greater Denver Area. Before that, she was a Project Engineer at McMillen Jacobs Associates from 2008 to 2015 in the Greater Seattle Area.
Education
Heather Stewart pursued her higher education at The University of British Columbia. She earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Geological/Geophysical Engineering, completing her studies from 2014 to 2015. She also holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Geological/Geophysical Engineering, achieved from 2003 to 2008.
Geotechnical Engineering Expertise
Heather Stewart has demonstrated expertise in geotechnical ground characterization in both soil and rock. She specializes in tunnel and shaft excavation and initial support design, as well as slope stability analysis and geotechnical engineering design. Her experience extends to the design of retaining walls, foundations, rock cut-slopes, and embankments.
Construction Support and Project Involvement
Heather Stewart provides on-site construction support and manages subsurface exploration. She is also involved in geologic mapping and the development and delivery of contract drawings, specifications, and design reports.