Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Geocompanies; Connecticut; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

GEODesign seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to provide senior leadership, technical expertise, and business development to our Connecticut office. You will lead challenging projects involving foundation design, site investigations, rock engineering, dam engineering, instrumentation, and value engineering.

Staff mentoring and client relationships are essential. Located in Connecticut, GEODesign offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering; M.S. preferred.
• 10–20 years geotechnical experience with project management and budgeting.
• Strong fundamentals in civil/geotechnical engineering.
• Professional Engineering license required.
• Willingness to travel for short-term assignments.
• Leadership and mentorship of staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through client contact and industry events.
• Manage projects, the office, and staff with technical leadership and oversight.
• Prepare proposals, technical reports, and project budgets.
• Assist in recruiting and training staff.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Technical leadership

Geotechnical engineering

Education

B.S. Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Master’s in Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer – CT Office

We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to provide senior leadership, technical expertise, and business development to our established Connecticut office.

As a GEODesign employee, you can expect to work on challenging projects that will include all facets of geotechnical engineering including foundation designs, subsurface explorations, rock engineering, dam engineering, blast engineering, support of excavation and underpinning, secant pile walls, tieback anchors, instrumentation, vibration monitoring, and value engineering. We have been retained as a consultant for hundreds of infrastructure projects, including all types of buildings, highways, bridges, dams, levees, retaining walls, rock slopes, and bulkheads.

GEODesign has been working in the Connecticut area for over 30 years, from our office in Middlebury, Connecticut.

• Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participation in client-based professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events.
• Manage projects, the office, and staff, including technical leadership and oversight, risk management, and mentoring.
• Prepare proposals, technical reports, and project budgets.
• Assist in recruiting and training staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of B.S. degreein Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related field. A Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field is preferred.
• 10-20 years of professional experience in geotechnical engineering, which should include significant project management experience, including proposal preparation and budgeting, knowledge of state and federal regulations, and proven or potential business development skills.
• Extensive engineering background, including a strong fundamental knowledge of principles of civil and geotechnical engineering.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others.
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial attitude with a desire and ability to participate in business development efforts to generate new work.
• Willingness and ability to travel on short-term assignments as needed.
• Willingness and ability to perform field tasks and oversight.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Professional Engineering license is required.

GEODesign Compensation and Benefits Include:

• Market competitive salary, including eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
• 401(k) matching and eligibility for profit sharing.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability and more.
• Reimbursement for professional dues, professional licenses, education, and conference attendance.
• Potential opportunity to be a shareholder.

GEODesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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