Senior Geotechnical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior-Level Geotechnical Engineer/Project Manager to lead exciting projects in Washington DC. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to manage diverse teams and projects, ensuring the successful completion of geotechnical explorations and construction observation. With a strong focus on professional growth, the position includes full benefits and a competitive salary range. If you are passionate about geotechnical engineering and ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

401(K) with Company match

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering and project management.
• P.E. certification required for this senior-level role.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects and staff, ensuring timely completion.
• Prepare geotechnical reports and proposals while monitoring budgets.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Field Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Seeking a Senior-Level Geotechnical Engineer/Project Manager for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Washington DC.

This position offers full benefits including PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending, 401(K) with Company match, and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.

Salary is between $90,000 - $130,000 per year (based on experience).

This position will manage projects and staff for the completion of multiple projects concurrently. This position requires experience in geotechnical explorations and construction observation and testing related to the following areas:

• Earthwork, foundation, and construction materials observation and testing
• Subsurface investigations including borings and test pits, reviewing exploration logs, lab results, and plans
• Calculations of bearing capacity, settlement, earth pressures, pavement section design, and slope stability
• Preparation of geotechnical reports

Other Responsibilities Include:

• Preparation and review of proposals, review of invoices, active role in collections, and monitoring of budgets
• Estimate manpower needs and plan and assign work to meet deadlines
• Function as a team leader on routine and complex projects
• Stay current in local methods and regulations governing areas of practice
• Proactive with the establishment of new clients and maintenance of existing clients
• Assist in planning, research, and evaluation of new market areas; sensitive to business interests and profitability

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study
• P.E. Required
• 8+ years of relevant work experience and applicable skills
• Willing and able to work the hours necessary to meet the demands of the workload
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• AutoCAD experience
• Extensive field experience and ability to manage/troubleshoot soils related issues on construction projects.

If you are interested in learning more about this role, please submit your resume for immediate consideration!