Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave accrual and paid holidays

Group Life Insurance and disability

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental and maternity leave benefits

Job summary

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP in Maryland is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to manage geotechnical aspects of projects, perform analyses, and provide foundation recommendations. You will work on-site with project teams and coordinate subsurface exploration programs.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Geotechnical Engineering (MS preferred), 16+ years of geotechnical design experience, PE certification, and design-build exposure.

Qualifications

• 16+ years of geotechnical design experience is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification is required.
• Design-Build project experience is preferred.
• BS in Geotechnical Engineering; MS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing and delivering quality geotechnical services on-time and within budget.
• Preparing and modifying reports, specifications, plan details, and designs.
• Serving as a technical resource on a multi-disciplinary team.
• Managing subsurface exploration programs.
• Preparing cost estimates, determining scope of work, and preparing proposals.
• Coordinating and ensuring completeness and accuracy of design effort.
• Using design software to prepare engineering recommendations.
• Participating in Design/Build efforts with constructability input.
• On-site work for clients or project offices as needed.
• Engaging in project scoping, fee estimating, proposals, and interviews.
• Performing design calculations and investigations toward contract documents.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project leadership

Field experience

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geotechnical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world.

We are currently seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer capable of managing geotechnical aspects of projects, performing geotechnical analyses, providing geotechnical and foundation recommendations, and providing geotechnical recommendations during construction.

Responsibilities:

The responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Managing and delivering quality geotechnical services on-time and within budget
• Preparing and modifying reports, specifications, plan details, and designs for projects
• Serving as a technical resource on a team with multiple disciplines
• Preparing and managing subsurface exploration programs
• Preparing cost estimates, determining scope of work, and preparing proposals
• Coordinating and ensuring completeness and accuracy of design effort
• Using design software to prepare engineering recommendations
• Participation in Design/Build efforts including consulting with contractor/construction personnel about constructability and cost as recommendations relate to field conditions, sequencing and scheduling of construction activities
• Work on-site for client or in a project office when needed
• Participates in project scoping and fee estimating, proposal preparation and interviews
• Perform design calculations and conduct investigations towards design recommendations and development of contract documents (plans, specifications, and estimates)

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree specializing in Geotechnical Engineering, Master's degree preferred
• Must have a minimum of 16 years of experience in geotechnical design
• Experience with static and dynamic load testing, highly desired
• Field experience relating to site grading, slope stabilization, retaining wall and foundation construction, highly desired
• Professional Engineer Certification required
• Design Build experience preferred

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:

• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

The expected compensation range for this position is $160,000.00 - $240,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basiswithout the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)