Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their dynamic team in Winter Park. This role offers the chance to work on impactful transportation projects while leading field investigations and engineering analyses. You will be responsible for managing project scopes, preparing proposals, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. With a focus on client engagement and technical expertise, this position provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment. Join a company that values its employee-owners and encourages career development through exciting opportunities.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Bonus Programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering with a focus on transportation projects.
• PE registration is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute small to medium geotechnical projects.
• Prepare cost estimates and project-related documents.
• Supervise field staff and coordinate investigations.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Project Management

Client Engagement

Proposal Writing

Field Investigations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

Engineering Software

Job description

Job Description
The Terracon office in Winter Park has an immediate opening for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and strong technical team, build and maintain client relationships, and grow our consulting engineering practice. Our Sr. Geotechnical Engineers will provide engineering and consulting services for public works or local transportation sector projects and clients.

This may include performing and/or leading field investigations, engineering analyses, calculations, and recommendations, design and development of plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and the writing, preparation, and review of related reports for the services provided. Review drawings and construction to assure compliance with plans and specifications. Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and recommend changes. Research and resolve design and construction problems. Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports. Apply sound engineering principles and be able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Experienced engineering professional responsible for managing and executing small to medium projects and sometimes more complex projects.
• Develop the scope of work for small to large transportation projects.
• Prepare cost estimates, specifications, and other project related documents
• Analyze data, and perform engineering calculations and analysis
• Coordinate and supervise field investigations, laboratory testing, and evaluation of respective data, development of recommendations.
• Develop plans, schedules, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Work closely with senior-level project manager to gain project management and engineering experience.
• Make design recommendations, adaptations and modifications.
• Prepare work scope, proposals and reports and plans investigations for approval by senior level professionals.
• Serve as a technical adviser to junior-level project team members.
• Supervise field staff including graduate/field engineers, engineering technicians, exploration teams, laboratory staff and other support personnel.
• Technical expertise with an emphasis in geotechnical engineering on transportation projects.
• Interact with client and project team in developing scope of services and communicating project progress.
• Experience in working with State Department of Transportation is highly desirable.

• Experience in client engagement, proposal writing, and marketing, sales and business development for transportation projects.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 14 years of related experience.
• Master's degree in Engineering preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

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About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.