Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Stantec; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, where you will lead diverse projects that enhance community infrastructure. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative solutions for transportation, dam, and renewable energy projects. Collaborate with talented professionals across various disciplines to deliver high-quality designs and foster client relationships. With a commitment to sustainable practices, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of engineering while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth. If you're ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Flexible spending accounts

Short-term/long-term disability plans

Wellness program

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in at least one jurisdiction.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical engineering projects from proposal to design.
• Mentor junior staff and manage project teams.
• Conduct analyses and develop engineering calculation packages.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Client Coordination

Team Leadership

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor's in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Master's in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD Civil3D

Geostudio Software Suite

Plaxis

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer - ( 250000M0 )

Description

Many of the world's top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community's interaction with water a bit differently-as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries. Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed. Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations. Grow with us, H2O+U.

Stantec's Geotechnical practice has an immediate opportunity for a senior level Geotechnical or Civil Engineer. As a senior engineer, you will direct the work on small and large projects, as well as a be a team member for more complex projects. The senior engineer should be able to oversee and direct the entire project from the proposal phase to IFB design package. The senior engineer will be forward thinking and be able to envision the completed design such that he or she can direct the team members throughout the design process. The senior engineer will also evaluate, select, specify, and engineer solutions for the project. You will perform a variety of tasks which may include client and team coordination, lead weekly team meetings, review calculations, attend site visits and client presentations, and mentoring staff. The projects assigned may have complex features that will require the application of mature knowledge and experience. You will lead the analysis of proposed projects to ensure structural reliability, resource efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The projects may include specialized services such as the analysis and design of shallow and deep foundation elements, dam and levee structures, ground improvement design, karst explorations, and various site developments for renewable energy.

As a senior engineer, you will perform a variety of tasks related to geotechnical and civil engineering in support of transportation, dam, power, and infrastructure projects that will include working with multiple discipline groups in various offices to achieve and provide a quality design product to our clients. In general, a senior level engineer will work directly with the Project Technical Lead and Project Manager to provide a quality design deliverable that will result in repeat business and client growth.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining and enhancing our reputation with clients, approval agencies and industry professionals as an outstanding service provider.
• Growing internal and external networks to enhance Stantec's reputation and identifying additional talent to join our team.
• Assists Project Technical Leads and Project Managers in establishing project objectives, procedures, and performance standards, and leading multi-disciplinary teams on proposals, planning studies, feasibility through final designs, and construction services for geotechnical engineering projects.
• Manage and lead other team members which could be local or regional, while working on other projects, complete tasks, and delegate specific project tasks to other team members as appropriate.
• Conduct and / or review analyses, develop engineering calculation packages, and perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned and under the direction of a Project Technical Lead or Project Manager.
• Providing mentoring and training for junior staff.
• Developing client relationships to facilitate project activities.
• Promoting collaboration and teamwork across business lines and geographies.
• Serving as Engineer-of-Record on projects.
• Leading project coordination meetings with internal team members and / or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors.
• Engaging in Professional organizations that align with expertise, authoring technical papers and delivering technical presentations for conference and symposia events.
• Assists in providing support services during construction that can include submittal reviews, responses to requests for information, and contract document clarifications.
• Assist in the development of new standards and specifications for the work elements designed by your discipline group and interact with other Stantec teams to complete the design package for various sized projects across North America.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Ability to lead technical teams and collaborate in a project team setting and interact with clients daily.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to understand project and team roles and scheduling, budgeting, and efficient use of time and resources.
• Understanding client expectations, budgeting, proposal writing, and producing high-quality deliverables
• Strong understanding and technical ability in producing and leading teams through all phases of a design project (proposal, calculations, construction drawings, and final reports)
• An understanding of state and federal regulations and the ability to adapt to client-specific requirements.
• Efficient project management / technical leadership of assigned tasks on multiple concurrent projects.
• Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage two or three direct team members.
• Excellent team-building skills and a willingness to work on multiple teams / disciplines with varying backgrounds.
• Strong knowledge of civil and geotechnical systems means and methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Ability to interpret sketches, engineering drawings, and other similar materials.
• Basic experience in Microsoft Office, and familiarity with (but not required) AutoCAD Civil3D, Geostudio Software Suite, Plaxis, ENSOFT LPILE, FB Deep / MultiPier, DigiPro II, and gINT.
• Provide support in permitting process of projects, if needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in civil or Geotechnical Engineering. Master preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in at least one jurisdiction with the ability to obtain reciprocity in other states.
• Minimum of 10 to 15 years of experience
• Preferred USACE, SFWMD, DOT, and / or CCR experience
• Travel / client site, 10% to 20% of the time for project meetings

Flexible office and field arrangements depending on project activities. Typical office environment working with computers and working at a desk for long periods. Fieldwork may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join our Team today and expand your network.

Benefits Summary : Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term / long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary / casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Tennessee-Nashville

Organization : BC-1755 Water-US South

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Feb 11, 2025, 9 : 10 : 37 AM

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability / Protected Veterans

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