Senior Geostructural Engineer

GEI Consultants, Inc.; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Geostructural Engineer to enhance their MidAtlantic team. This dynamic role involves providing technical expertise in geostructural engineering, managing projects related to building foundations, dams, and tunnels. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in soil mechanics and structural engineering, with a proven ability to mentor junior staff and lead technical teams. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers opportunities for professional growth and development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of professional consulting experience in geostructural engineering.
• P.E. certification required with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical excellence and ensure client satisfaction.
• Lead technical teams and mentor junior staff members.
• Assist in business development and prepare proposals.

Skills

Geostructural Engineering Design

Soil Mechanics

Geotechnical Engineering

Structural Engineering Concepts

Excavation Support Design

Earth Retaining Systems

Technical Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Education

M.S. in Structural Engineering

M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering

M.S. in Geostructural Engineering

Job description

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Your role at GEI. We are seeking a Senior Geostructural Engineer to add technical expertise to our MidAtlantic team and support our growing geostructural work across the company. Candidates will have extensive geostructural engineering design experience with a strong foundation in soil mechanics, geotechnical engineering, structural engineering concepts, and an interest in excavation support design and earth retaining systems. This role includes a focus on contractor support, developer work, and managing and mentoring junior staff members.

Description

Our geostructural practice provides engineering services for projects such as building foundations, dams, levees, bridges, tunnels, ground treatment, and excavation support systems. The successful candidate will demonstrate technical and managerial skills in geotechnical and structural engineering, along with strong interpersonal skills.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

1. Deliver technical excellence, exceed client expectations, and ensure profitability.
2. Provide technical leadership and senior oversight, including acting as Engineer of Record.
3. Participate in recruiting, integrating, and training staff.
4. Coach, mentor, and supervise team members.
5. Develop networking partnerships within the company.
6. Lead technical teams across multiple offices, problem-solve, prepare plans and specifications, and meet with clients and subcontractors.
7. Assist in business development, including developing capture strategies and preparing proposals.
8. Travel locally, regionally, and possibly nationally.

Minimum Qualifications

1. M.S. in Structural, Geotechnical, or Geostructural Engineering.
2. At least 12 years of professional consulting experience.
3. P.E. certification.
4. Strong work ethic with attention to detail, good communication skills, and interpersonal skills.
5. Experience with detailed design and specifications.
6. Ability to adapt to changing workloads and fast-paced environments.
7. Valid U.S. Driver’s license.

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