Senior Geotechnical Engineer: Lead Construction & Testing

Schnabel Engineering; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee life & ADD insurance (100%公司-

Short-term disability (100% company‑pA

Long-term disability

Supplemental life insurance

401(k) and profit-sharing plan

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Bonus program

Paid time off

9 Paid Holidays

Wellness program

Professional development and tuitionre

Job summary

Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to support our Newport News, VA operations. You will lead complex geotechnical projects, manage budgets and client communications, and mentor junior staff while delivering high-quality materials testing and inspection services.

The role requires a broad knowledge of construction materials, soil investigation planning, and geotechnical reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in consulting geotechnical engineering.
• Experience performing construction materials field and laboratory testing per AASHTO, ASTM, VDOT and USACE standards.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and train junior staff.
• Ability to pass background and pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction materials testing and Special Inspections for building and infrastructure projects including budget management and client communication.
• Develop construction materials testing and Special Inspections proposals including scope of work and fee estimates.
• Prepare reports related to routine construction materials testing and exploration of existing structures or evaluation of material issues.
• Interpret soil boring logs, geotechnical reports, and laboratory test data; develop geotechnical construction recommendations.
• Troubleshoot and interpret construction materials tests and geotechnical issues during construction.
• Perform construction observations to evaluate problems or complex conditions or routine services.
• Schedule and coordinate resources during construction phases.
• Manage and train construction materials testing staff.
• Communicate effectively with clients, partners, subconsultants, and Schnabel team members.
• Develop geotechnical engineering scope of services and fee estimates.
• Planning and oversight of geotechnical investigations.
• Manage/review geotechnical field work performed by others.
• Assign, review and interpret geotechnical laboratory tests.
• Perform/review geotechnical engineering analyses and calculations.
• Develop geotechnical engineering recommendations and write reports.
• Perform project management activities including budgeting, invoicing and backlog reporting.
• Collaborate across Schnabel offices to balance workload.

Skills

Project management

Field testing

Geotechnical consulting

Communication skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Physical ability

Education

ABET-accredited civil engineering degree

Tools

AASHTO standards

ASTM standards

VDOT standards

USACE standards

Job description

Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to support our Newport News, VA operations. You will lead complex geotechnical projects, manage budgets and client communications, and mentor junior staff while delivering high-quality materials testing and inspection services.

The role requires a broad knowledge of construction materials, soil investigation planning, and geotechnical reporting.