Practice Builder - Geotechnical/Geostructural Engineering

Geosyntec Consultants; South Hamilton (MA); Hybrid; USD 156,115 - 271,495; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants in Acton, MA is seeking a Practice Builder to lead geotechnical/geostructural engineering initiatives, drive business development, and manage client relationships across projects with a sell‑manage‑do approach.

The role requires 10+ years in consulting, PE licensure, and a track record of proposal leadership and staff mentoring. Travel may be required, and a bachelor’s degree in civil/geotechnical/structural engineering is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant consulting experience.
• Proven business development, client management and proposal leadership.
• Knowledge of geotechnical engineering software and numerical modeling tools.
• Willingness to travel and meet deadlines.
• OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training preferred.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development, proposals, and client relationship building.
• Mentor staff and manage subcontractors on multiple projects.
• Oversee delivery within scope, budget, and schedule with quality.
• Perform geotechnical or geostructural design & analyses.
• Characterize geotechnical sites and manage instrumentation systems.
• Prepare reports, calculations, drawings, specs and permits.
• Engage in fieldwork and travel to project sites as needed.

Skills

Business development

Client management

Proposal leadership

Geotechnical software

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/geotechnical/structural engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Professional registration (P.E.)

Tools

Numerical modeling tools

Job description

Practice Builder - Geotechnical/Geostructural Engineering

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Practice Builder to join our geotechnical & geostructural business in Acton, MA, Hamilton, MA. The ability to work a fully remote schedule may be available at the discretion of the Company. This position is well‑suited for a talented, highly experienced individual who is interested in leading business development, technical efforts, and expanding Geosyntec’s market share.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of Geosyntec’s culture. We operate under a sell‑manage‑do culture, and so we expect that you’d work on challenging technical projects while leveraging your existing knowledge and experience to help Geosyntec expand its current practices and capabilities through business development and client management. You may also be asked to take on project management responsibilities, staff management and development, and mentoring tasks. Some of the key responsibilities include:

• Business development; including bringing in new clients and obtaining repeat business from existing clients, leading proposal preparation, and developing and implementing a business development plan;
• Management and mentoring of senior, mid‑career and early‑career staff and managing subcontractors;
• Effectively stewarding and building client relationships to repeat business;
• Managing the overall delivery of multiple projects within scope, budget and schedule expectations and ensuring quality standards on project deliverables;
• Geotechnical or Geostructural engineering design & analyses;
• Geotechnical and environmental site characterization;
• Development and management of instrumentation monitoring systems;
• Preparation of engineering reports, design calculations, drawings, technical specifications and permit applications;
• Fieldwork associated with design and construction services;
• Drive personal, company and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in civil, geotechnical or structural engineering or a related field of study (required)
• Advanced degree in a related field of study (preferred)
• Professional registration (i.e., P.E.). (required)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 10 years (15+ desirable) of directly relevant experience in a consulting environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• An extensive track record of business development, client management, and leading proposal preparation. (required)
• Knowledge of relevant geotechnical engineering software and numerical modeling tools. (required)
• Ability to succeed in a fast‑paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed. (required)
• Current OSHA 40‑hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred)
• Fieldwork and overnight travel may be required.
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client‑driven drug and background testing may be required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

Compensation

• Minimum Salary: $156,115/year / Maximum Salary: $271,495/year (Acton, Hamilton, MA)

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.