Regional Technical Consultant - Geotechnical

Terracon; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) with matching

PTO and holidays

Education reimbursement

Stock purchase plan

Bonus programs

Job summary

Terracon seeks an experienced Regional Technical Consultant - Geotechnical to lead the Gulf Coast geotechnical service line. This role can sit in any Gulf Coast office and will oversee regional operations, standardize policies, and support growth across eight offices in LA, MS and AL.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, develop training, support client development, and recruit geotechnical professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• 12+ years of related experience in Geotechnical Engineering, particularly in consulting.
• Professional Registration License in Louisiana, Mississippi or Alabama is required with the ability to obtain a Professional Registration in other states preferred.
• Master's Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with departments and offices within the region by providing technical expertise and consulting to further the development of the geotechnical service line.
• Serve as the primary geotechnical subject matter expert, resource, and point of contact to office and department personnel within the region.
• Develop, refine, and recommend policies, practices and procedures for the geotechnical service line to drive uniformity and standardization across the region.
• Assist in the development of projects, business and clients; participate in client development and pursuit strategy activities.
• Develop and deliver technical training for the service line including drilling and sampling techniques, lab testing standards, engineering analysis, and field best practices.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

General Responsibilities

Terracon is seeking an experienced

This individual can sit in any of our Terracon offices located in the Gulf Coast Region, which include the following: Huntsville, AL; Birmingham, AL; Mobile, AL; Jackson, MS; New Orleans, LA; Baton Rouge, LA; Lake Charles, LA; and Shreveport, LA. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to lead efforts in the Gulf Coast West region which includes the State of

Alabama, incorporating 8 offices.

A successful candidate will oversee and provide technical expertise in the performance and review of geotechnical services operating throughout the Gulf Coast and surrounding Regions. This induvial will lead and support the development, operations, and growth of the geotechnical service line. Provide direction and lead efforts to standardize policies, practices, and procedures across offices in the region. Monitor the performance of geotechnical teams and support ongoing training, site visits, quality audits and safety incident investigation. May participate in client development and recruitment of new geotechnical professionals for the region.

Terracon is seeking an experienced Regional Technical Consultant - Geotechnical to join our Team in the Gulf Coast Region! This individual can sit in any of our Terracon offices located in the Gulf Coast Region, which include the following: Huntsville, AL; Birmingham, AL; Mobile, AL; Jackson, MS; New Orleans, LA; Baton Rouge, LA; Lake Charles, LA; and Shreveport, LA. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to lead efforts in the Gulf Coast West region which includes the State of Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama, incorporating 8 offices. A successful candidate will oversee and provide technical expertise in the performance and review of geotechnical services operating throughout the Gulf Coast and surrounding Regions. This induvial will lead and support the development, operations, and growth of the geotechnical service line. Provide direction and lead efforts to standardize policies, practices, and procedures across offices in the region. Monitor the performance of geotechnical teams and support ongoing training, site visits, quality audits and safety incident investigation. May participate in client development and recruitment of new geotechnical professionals for the region.

Terracon is a 100-percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Terracon currently has more than 8,000 employees in more than 200 offices with services available in all 50 states. Terracon’s growth is due to valued employees exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is best demonstrated by offering a flexible work schedule, striving for employees to have a proper work/life balance, and enabling employees to work remotely when appropriate. In addition, Terracon offers an excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan with matching (monetary and company stock), paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, a company stock purchases plan, and various bonus programs. Come explore with us!

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• 401(k) plan with matching (monetary and company stock)
• paid time off and holidays
• education reimbursement
• a company stock purchases plan
• various bonus programs

Essential Roles And Responsibilities

• Partner with departments and offices within the region by providing technical expertise and consulting to further the development of the geotechnical service line.
• Serve as the primary geotechnical subject matter expert, resource, and point of contact to office and department personnel within the region.
• Develop, refine, and recommend policies, practices and procedures for the geotechnical service line to drive uniformity and standardization across the region.
• Partner and collaborate with other Regional Technical Consultants in other regions to develop the geotechnical service line across divisions and operating groups.
• Assist region departments in the execution of growth strategies and actions necessary to achieve the strategic and annual operations plans.
• Develop and deliver technical training for the service line including but not limited to drilling and sampling techniques, lab testing standards, engineering analysis, and field best practices to offices in the region.
• Provide technical support on projects as needed.
• Assist in the development of projects, business and clients.
• May participate in client development, proposal support, and pursuit strategy activities.
• May assist in identifying and interviewing key geotechnical hires to strengthen the region's technical capabilities.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• A minimum of 12 years’ related experience in Geotechnical Engineering, particularly in consulting.
• Professional Registration License in Louisiana, Mississippi or Alabama is required with the ability to obtain a Professional Registration in other states preferred.

Preferred

• Master's Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• Minimum of 15 years’ related experience in Geotechnical Engineering, particularly in consulting.
• The ability to obtain a professional registration in other states preferred.