Senior Geotechnical Engineer

BB&E Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) options with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

BB&E Inc. is looking for a detail-oriented Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Norfolk, VA. This role involves providing specialized geotechnical engineering support for various military and construction projects. The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of experience and be a licensed Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders, reviewing designs, and analyzing soil conditions. Competitive compensation packages range from $135,000 to $155,000, along with benefits such as a Stock Ownership Plan, insurance, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required with ability to obtain/maintain a NACI/CAC.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in geotechnical or civil/structural required.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional geotechnical engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide geotechnical engineering support for Navy and Marine Corps projects.
• Coordinate geotechnical engineering activities adhering to UFC criteria.
• Analyze data for foundation shear strength and settlement potential.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering support

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Strong analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

.BB&E is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team, supporting facilities design and construction projects for NAVFAC Atlantic (LANT) in Norfolk, VA.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide independent, timely and professional specialized geotechnical engineering support, services and consultation for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of facilities for the Navy, Marine Corps, and other Supported Commands, including minor works projects, specific projects, special projects, military construction (MILCON), demolition, maintenance, space utilization and facilities development.
• Participate in conferences with project stakeholders and collaborate with other engineering and architectural disciplines to ensure system coordination and integration with specific project requirements.
• Responsible for coordinating all activities in the specialized area of geotechnical and pavements engineering, in accordance with related UFC Criteria.
• Support the design of In-House projects and Request for Proposal (RFPs) as a team member for complex projects. Review designs (i.e., specs, drawings, and costs) and RFPs prepared by consultant Architects-Engineers (AEs).
• Knowledgeable in the development of final working drawings utilizing current AutoCAD technology. Monitor construction, ensuring the geotechnical aspects of the project are in accordance with the contract plans and specifications.
• Review contractor submittals of shop drawings, samples of materials and other design-related items.
• Confer with the construction contractor and designer (if A/E work) to resolve problems or latent conditions that may arise after construction.
• Make recommendations for corrective/preventative measures, as appropriate.
• Ensure that changes in costs, quantity, scope, schedules, design, or any other terms and conditions of the contract are coordinated or approved, as appropriate.
• Due to the varied design and construction techniques, geotechnical criteria, seismic activity, climatic conditions, coordination and code requirements design techniques, cost estimating and communications are very complex.
• Analyze data and use geotechnical experience to determine and predict specially developed foundation shear strength and settlement potential for various materials encountered.
• Determine testing parameters for soil conditions to design structural foundations.
• Initiate field trips to project sites to evaluate scoping, design, and construction.
• Inspect existing conditions of soils and foundations to ascertain possible problems and recommend corrective measures.
• Interface with customer and other interested parties providing consultation and gathering pertinent information required to complete project scoping, designs and failure analysis and remedial measures.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain a NACI/CAC is required.
• Certifications: Registration as a Professional Engineer in geotechnical or civil/structural with emphasis in geotechnical engineering is required.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Software: Proficiency using MS Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Self-Starter: Highly motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines autonomously.

Experience & Education

• Experience: A minimum of 10 years of professional Geotechnical engineering code compliant facilities design experience for new construction, including renovation design experience, is required.
• Education: Completion of a course of studies accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineers and Technology (ABET) for a Civil/Structural with emphasis in geotechnical engineering program from a college or university earning a Bachelor's or Master's degree, supplemented by a considerable amount of hands‑on facilities geotechnical design experience, is required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, crawl, navigate across uneven ground that is common at construction sites and climb for extended periods as well as when traveling to and from job sites.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Must be able to work both indoor/outdoor (with exposure to the elements).
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and under varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, rain, wind, dust, and noise.
• Must have sufficient visual and auditory acuity to perform tasks safely and effectively, including reading instruments, recognizing hazards, and communicating on active construction sites.
• Must be able to drive company or personal vehicles to and from field locations, sometimes multiple times per day, and may be required to work variable shifts depending on project needs.

Work Environment

• Ability to stand/walk/climb/kneel/crouch and remain in a stationary position/sit at least 60% of the time.
• Ability to operate office equipment, including computer, copy machine, phone, etc.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Capable of lifting up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to see details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
• Ability to understand the speech of another person, speak clearly so listeners can understand, and talk or hear both in person and by telephone.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and required skills for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform other duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Required are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities necessary to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at‑will" basis.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages ($135,000-$155,000)
• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan - BB&E is 100% employee‑owned!
• Discretionary bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge
• Employer provided Short‑Term & Long‑Term disability
• Employer provided Life insurance
• Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits
• Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays
• Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Employee referral program
• Financial wellness resources
• Employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance discount

Applies only to full‑time employees.

BB&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.