Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Intertek Building & Construction; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their dynamic team in Boston. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead complex geotechnical projects, mentor junior staff, and engage in business development activities to enhance local operations. The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of geotechnical engineering experience, a strong understanding of soil mechanics, and a commitment to delivering innovative solutions for clients. Join a company that values diversity and fosters professional growth, where your expertise will contribute significantly to impactful projects in the architectural and construction sectors.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of geotechnical engineering experience required.
• P.E. registration in Massachusetts highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical engineering services and project tasks.
• Review proposals and reports, ensuring client commitments are met.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Project Management

Client Relations

Mentoring

Business Development

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Master's in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

gINT

Open Ground

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Intertek PSI is searching for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Building & Construction team in our Canton (Boston), Massachusetts office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry!

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will work from the local office and is responsible for handling more complex geotechnical reports, from inception to completion and through the proposal phase all the way to the reporting phase. The position will require that the candidate be responsible for reviewing reports prepared by other staff members and offer mentorship to more junior level staff. The position will also consist of an element of business development in which the candidate is expected to market Intertek/PSI to local clients in efforts to increase overall revenue for the local operation.

What you’ll do:

• Responsible for overall management of geotechnical engineering services and ownership of project tasks, including P & L responsibility
• Provide senior review of proposals and reports and ensure that commitments to clients are met
• Execute geotechnical project assignments including, engineering analysis and customized geotechnical reports with detailed descriptions and statements
• Site reconnaissance to assess site conditions and identify potential problems at the site through coordinated field visits
• Ability to identify problematic soils such as fill material, alluvium, organics and ability to call for additional investigation such as test pits and borings, as needed
• Understanding of rock, rock coring, and rock description
• Client relations and business development activities
• Responsible for the mentoring and training of staff technicians and engineers
• Actively participate in professional and technical organizations

What it takes to be successful in this role:

• BS in Civil, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering required
  • Master's degree highly desired
• Minimum of 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience required
  • Management experience highly desired
• Excellent understanding and knowledge of geotechnical engineering and related disciplines with the ability and desire to provide creative and practical solutions to meet the client’s needs
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in Massachusetts highly preferred or the ability to obtain one within the first year of employment
• EIT is required
• Experience working with gINT or similar software such as Open Ground
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential
• Must speak and write English fluently
• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record required

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.