Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Synectics Inc.; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in staffing and recruiting is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their team in Pennsylvania. The role involves collaborating with multi-disciplined engineers, establishing client relationships, preparing proposals, and managing geotechnical projects. Ideal candidates have a solid background in civil engineering, excellent project management skills, and a self-driven work ethic, fostering innovative solutions within budget guidelines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of geotechnical experience is required.
• P.E. registration is mandatory.
• Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate multiple projects and client interactions.
• Develop winning strategies, prepare proposals, and mitigate project risks.
• Perform technical calculations and prepare project specifications.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Teamwork

Analytical Ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office Suite

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• Client is looking for a self-driven and experienced Geotechnical Senior Engineer who has a strong business acumen and embodies an ownership mentality.
• A Senior Engineer, you will collaborate with a team of multi-disciplined engineers and scientists, project managers, CAD designers, and other staff to service our Geotechnical needs.
• This role will establish client relationships, define client needs, develop winning strategies, prepare proposals, and manage the development, design and permitting of a wide range of projects related, including: shallow foundations; deep foundations; retaining structures; karst hazards; mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) berms/walls; slope stability; ground improvement techniques; geotechnical support of shale gas projects and solid waste projects; and others.
• Manage and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Maintain schedules, develop project timelines, coordinate with subcontractors, and manage people and materials to complete jobs on schedule and within budget guidelines.
• Act as the direct point of contact in communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Assess and mitigate project risks in advance of detailed engineering efforts.
• Assist the business development team, including the preparation of technical proposals.
• Perform and/or check technical calculations and prepare project reports and specifications.
• Prepare client communications, proposals, contract documents, etc. and consults with other internal partners as needed.
• Monitor project work progress, adhere to the scope of work and communicate with key stakeholders including the project manager, client, and subcontractors.
• Pro-actively recognize conditions and problems of non-routine nature and develop effective solutions.
  
  

Description

• Client is looking for a self-driven and experienced Geotechnical Senior Engineer who has a strong business acumen and embodies an ownership mentality.
• A Senior Engineer, you will collaborate with a team of multi-disciplined engineers and scientists, project managers, CAD designers, and other staff to service our Geotechnical needs.
• This role will establish client relationships, define client needs, develop winning strategies, prepare proposals, and manage the development, design and permitting of a wide range of projects related, including: shallow foundations; deep foundations; retaining structures; karst hazards; mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) berms/walls; slope stability; ground improvement techniques; geotechnical support of shale gas projects and solid waste projects; and others.
• Manage and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Maintain schedules, develop project timelines, coordinate with subcontractors, and manage people and materials to complete jobs on schedule and within budget guidelines.
• Act as the direct point of contact in communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Assess and mitigate project risks in advance of detailed engineering efforts.
• Assist the business development team, including the preparation of technical proposals.
• Perform and/or check technical calculations and prepare project reports and specifications.
• Prepare client communications, proposals, contract documents, etc. and consults with other internal partners as needed.
• Monitor project work progress, adhere to the scope of work and communicate with key stakeholders including the project manager, client, and subcontractors.
• Pro-actively recognize conditions and problems of non-routine nature and develop effective solutions.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is a minimum. Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering is preferred.
• P.E. registration required.
• 5+ years of geotechnical experience.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills: articulate, assertive, and confident.
• Strong organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple, complex projects.
• Creative thinker with effective teamwork skills.
• Ambitious and eager to grow.
• Detail-oriented and thorough.
• Strong work ethic and self-motivated mentality.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with key stakeholders.
• Must have strong technical competency and analytical ability.
• Must be able to work independently and collaborate with peers when appropriate.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Experience managing vendor and client payment terms to achieve positive cash flow.
• Understanding of financial models and budget management.
• Reasonably proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office Suite, and other industry-specific software.
• Experience with dam inspections, monitoring, rehab, and permitting is also desired.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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