Trenchless Geotechnical Team Lead

HDR; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee ownership program

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Trenchless Geotechnical Team Lead to oversee planning, management, and coordination of geotechnical projects. In this role, you will lead initiatives related to trenchless technologies, manage workloads, and mentor team members.

Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience and a relevant Bachelor's degree. Knowledge of software such as OpenGround, gINT, and AutoCAD Civil 3D is essential. This role may require travel for fieldwork. HDR values employee ownership and provides a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in related field.
• Active commitment to HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geotechnical initiatives for trenchless technologies.
• Plan and execute geotechnical investigations for trenchless projects.
• Generate geological and geotechnical reports and represent HDR in meetings.

Skills

Geotechnical project management

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Geologic information application

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field

Tools

OpenGround

gINT

ArcGIS

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. This role focuses on trenchless geotechnical initiatives within the Trenchless Services Engineering Team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and orchestrate geologic and geotechnical initiatives associated with trenchless technologies: engineering, design and construction applications.
• Apply geologic information to applicable engineering and design practices; lead, coordinate and execute geotechnical exploration campaigns; evaluate subsurface conditions for feasibility of design and construction; determine recommendations for solutions to geologic conditions; integrate geotechnical data into project deliverables.
• Plan, manage and execute geotechnical investigations for trenchless projects, including field work, directing subcontracted drilling crews, soil/rock logging and testing, data collection, laboratory coordination, data analysis and reporting.
• Lead and generate geotechnical data and engineering reports; represent HDR’s Trenchless Services team in client meetings and site visits as required.
• Support geotechnical data management using OpenGround and/or gINT; generate deliverables such as boring logs and cross sections for design drawings.
• Perform data management and quality control of geological data; assist in geotechnical analyses of subsurface conditions and interpret impacts to trenchless projects.
• Incorporate geological/geotechnical data into critical determinations during design and construction; create geological cross sections for HFIAs and design reports.
• Advance software capabilities (gINT, OpenGround, ArcGIS Pro, AutoCAD Civil 3D) to generate trenchless deliverables.
• Support other HDR business groups; assist across regions and areas as needed; monitor field activities, interface with contractors and clients, and report results.
• Travel as necessary to perform field work, including site reconnaissance, geotechnical field logging, sampling, and trenchless construction oversight and inspection.
• Lead and manage workload, delegate responsibilities, and supervise geologists/geotechnical professionals; conduct mentoring and performance reviews; plan resources, schedule, and risk management for geotechnical initiatives.

What You Will Do Day-to-Day

The Trenchless Geotechnical Team Lead will report to the Trenchless Services Engineering Lead and oversee planning, management and coordination of geotechnical projects for trenchless technologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 7 years of experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills; ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills; team-oriented with a collaborative mindset
• Active commitment to HDR’s employee-owned culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in OpenGround software
• Experience leading and managing direct reports
• Experience managing subconsultants
• Four-year degree with a concentration in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or related field
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel, gINT, ArcGIS, AutoCAD
• Strong writing skills; travel flexibility
• PE and/or PG credentials
• Knowledge of ASTM standards for geotechnical concepts and subsurface material classification

Compensation and location details are provided in the job posting. Primary location: United States-Nebraska-Omaha; Other locations include multiple U.S. sites.

EEO and Benefits

HDR is committed to the principles of employment equity as an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. HDR provides a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee ownership, health, and success. Salary range is dependent on skills, experience, education, and location.