About the role

  • Geotechnical Project Engineer providing geotechnical engineering expertise in Richmond, VA. Partnering cross-functionally on geotechnical projects for a consulting firm.

Responsibilities

  • Perform complex analyses, structural design of pile elements and underpinning systems, and special engineering inspections
  • Prepare technical documents and manages the preparation of the proposals, reports, construction documents, and construction-related correspondence associated with the projects managed
  • Supervise field investigations, and conventional earthwork and foundation construction activities
  • Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines
  • Plans, schedules and develops task and project budgets
  • Prepare progress reports, draft change orders, draft invoices, and project billings
  • Perform other duties as requested.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
  • Master’s degree with Geotechnical emphasis
  • Professional Engineer licensure
  • 6+ years of related Geotechnical experience
  • 3+ years of field experience with geotechnical investigations and construction observation experience including: mass grading, deep foundations, subgrade for footings, ground improvement, and excavation support including tieback installation and testing
  • Proven experience in preparing technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and geotechnical recommendations; writing proposals; running/coordinating projects; managing clients; managing billings; and reviewing the work of staff and mentoring staff
  • Strong understanding of codes and other regulatory requirements
  • Knowledge of quantitative/technical analyses and related software
  • Possess an entrepreneurial and professional demeanor, as well as strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
  • Desire and ability to seek out new business opportunities and develop additional clients while maintaining project workload
  • Ability to coach and assist with the management of staff
  • Demonstrated ability to work with staff, clients, and regulatory agencies
  • A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and social skills
  • Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Benefits

  • full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • life insurance
  • short- and long-term disability insurance
  • paid pregnancy disability leave
  • 401(k)/Roth with company match
  • paid time off including parental and military leave
  • employee referral and professional license bonuses
  • educational reimbursement
  • employee resource groups
  • flexible work schedules
  • extensive training
  • wellness programs
  • buddy and mentoring programs
  • much more

Job title

Project Geotechnical Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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