Lead Geotechnical Engineer

Jobot; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a technically adept leader to drive geotechnical projects across the Mid-Atlantic, influencing design and construction decisions. You will mentor engineers, grow the office footprint, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on high-impact infrastructure and site development work.

Ideal candidates bring PE licensure or near-term eligibility, a strong client-relations orientation, and proven leadership in geotechnical investigations, reporting, and project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• PE license or ability to obtain licensure in the near term.
• Experience managing geotechnical projects from investigation through design and construction.
• Experience performing subsurface investigations, borings, laboratory testing, and analyses.
• Experience preparing geotechnical reports and recommendations for foundations, retaining structures, earthwork, and site development.
• Experience supporting transportation, marine, federal, commercial, or public infrastructure projects.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers while developing client relationships.
• Strong communication, technical leadership, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical projects across transportation, marine, federal, and infrastructure markets.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Mentor junior engineers and cultivate client relationships to identify opportunities.
• Help expand the geotechnical practice and support business development initiatives.

Skills

Geotechnical leadership

Project management

Client relations

Mentoring juniors

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Lead complex geotechnical engineering projects across the Mid-Atlantic while helping grow a respected consulting practice known for solving challenging infrastructure and site development projects.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Alex Dickinson

Salary: $120,000 - $175,000 per year

A bit about us

This a seller - doer role. You will have a large impact in growing the existing office footprint with various projects and clientele. They already have an established presence with other engineers locally to collaborate with. This is not a from scratch build.

This company is an established multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm delivering innovative solutions across transportation, infrastructure, land development, environmental, and public-sector projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic. With a collaborative culture and a diverse portfolio of complex engineering assignments, this company provides geotechnical expertise on projects ranging from highways and bridges to marine facilities, federal installations, commercial developments, and critical infrastructure. As project demand continues to grow, the firm is seeking a technical leader who can help expand its geotechnical capabilities while mentoring the next generation of engineers.

Why join us?

• Lead technically challenging geotechnical projects across transportation, marine, federal, and infrastructure markets
• Work alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams on projects that have lasting regional impact
• Help shape and grow an expanding geotechnical practice with opportunities for leadership and business development
• Enjoy the resources of an established engineering firm while maintaining visibility and influence on project direction
• Build a long-term career with opportunities for advancement into senior technical and operational leadership

Job Details

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure in the immediate future
• Experience managing geotechnical engineering projects from investigation through design and construction support
• Background performing and interpreting subsurface investigations, borings, laboratory testing, and geotechnical analyses
• Experience preparing geotechnical reports and recommendations for foundations, retaining structures, earthwork, and site development
• Experience supporting transportation, marine, federal, commercial, or public infrastructure projects
• Ability to mentor junior engineers while developing strong client relationships and identifying new business opportunities
• Strong communication, technical leadership, and project management skills

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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