Geotechnical Team Lead

GEI Consultants; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive Pay

Annual Performance Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits

Hybrid Work Schedule

Tuition Reimbursement

Profit Sharing & 401(k)

Ownership Opportunity

Career Development

Job summary

GEI is seeking a senior operations leader to oversee the Geotechnical and Construction Services Teams in Washington State, with involvement in Hawaii and South Pacific practices. You will manage daily operations, support the Branch Manager and Leaders, and make on-site decisions to meet objectives.

The role emphasizes business development, staff mentoring, field presence, and ensuring quality, safety, and client service while coordinating across GEI offices and projects in municipal,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of geotechnical engineering consulting experience.
• BS in civil engineering; an advanced degree preferred.
• Ability to develop and expand business opportunities with new clients.
• Commitment to GEI’s partnership culture.
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams to meet objectives.
• Ability to coach and mentor staff and build relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong quality and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide management, business development, technical, strategic planning, and financial leadership.
• Lead field presence and act as on-site licensed engineer as needed, guiding contractors.
• Achieve growth, staffing, backlog, and profitability objectives.
• Coordinate, lead, and mentor Geotechnical and Construction Services Teams.
• Support professional development and maintain high employee engagement.
• Communicate operational information across GEI teams.

Skills

Leadership

Team Leadership

Client relationship

Communication

Project management

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering (preferred)

Job description

GeotechRedmond,Washington
Salary: USD 140000.00 - 180000.00 Annually

Responsible for the overall performance and daily operations of the Geotechnical and Construction Services Teams in GEI’s newly merged Hayre, McElroy & Associates (HMA) Washington State offices, and indirect involvement in HMA’s Hawaii and South Pacific Geotechnical practices. Responsible for the day-to-day management of the individuals assigned to the Geotechnical and Construction Services Teams and for supporting the Branch Manager and Regional Leadership (West Regional Manager, Vice Presidents, etc.) in achieving area, regional and companywide operational goals assigned.Make operational decisions in concert with the Branch Manager and Leadership that directly impact the Geotechnical and Construction Services Teams.

The Geotechnical and Construction Services Teams support GEI’s expanded capabilities by providing practical, client-focused engineering design and construction services across the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii, South Pacific, and other markets GEI serves. The Team’s work includes geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, inspection and testing, building code compliance, temporary erosion and sediment control, construction management, environmental support, laboratory testing, quality program management, and construction oversight for public- and private-sector clients, including municipal, transportation, military, infrastructure, and development projects.

• Provide management, business development, technical, strategic planning, and financial leadership.
• GEI operates strongly in the General Contractor support environment in the Pacific Northwest. Candidate should anticipate a significant portion of time in the field providing leadership to GEI personnel, fulfilling role of contract-specified licensed engineer on site as needed, technical guidance to contractors, and fast-paced design modifications/documents/submittal reviews.
• Achieve operational objectives for growth, recruiting, staff engagement and retention, backlog, and profitability.
• Coordinate, lead, support, and manage the Geotechnical and Construction Services Teams.
• Lead and support the professional growth and development of staff.
• Maintain a high level of employee engagement in support of employee retention.
• Coordinate with and provide support to other Teams within GEI Operations.
• Responsible for communication of administrative and operational information to the Geotechnical and Construction Services Teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the geotechnical engineering consulting industry.
• BS degree in civil engineering, an advanced degree in civil/geotechnical engineering is preferred.
• Proven ability to develop and expand business opportunities with new clients, or at a minimum a strong interest and comfort in pursuing new client opportunities with a successful outcome under only minor support from leadership.
• Commitment to GEI’s partnership culture.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage others to meet business objectives.
• Ability to coach and mentor others and to build strong relationships.
• Superior communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong commitment to quality and safety.

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We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

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As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career sitehere .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $140,000.00 – $180,000.00/year
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

X

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

X

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

X

X

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X

Taste or smell (taste=never)

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

X

Chemical

X

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks):

8

X

10

12

Other work hours

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