Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Primarily you will be working with project/staff engineers completing geotechnical assignments on an array of projects for various clients in Southwest Florida. You will also have the opportunity to consult with our national team on out-of-state projects. Typical SW Florida projects include large tract developments, high end luxury homes, high rise condominiums, low/midrise commercial structures, bridges, roadways, and utility lines. You will also be mentoring the CoMET field and laboratory staff on soil/concrete testing, and foundation installation inspections. Forensic investigations involving foundation distress are integrated into this role.

What you will do:

• Communicate with clients and develop proposals to complete geotechnical studies, field tests, analysis, and design.
• Organize and coordinate with field and laboratory staff to complete explorations and lab testing.
• Prepare report documents presenting geotechnical findings and recommendations for construction projects.
• Assist and or oversee scheduling for in-house drilling crew and subcontractors.
• Complete site visits to constructions sites and assist owners/contractors with geotechnical and CoMET issues.
• Complete site visits to completed structures to investigate and evaluate distress with follow up report identifying repair options.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and ability to obtain PE license in Florida within 3 months.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in geotechnical and CoMET studies.
• Ability to analyze field/laboratory data/information and select optimum foundation option(s) for project.
• Proficient in design of shallow foundations, soil improvements methods, ACIP piles, concrete piles, mini-piles, stone columns, etc.
• Microsoft Office Suite proficient.
• Familiarity with geotechnical design programs
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Comfortable working on construction sites
• Strong teamwork skills
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred qualifications

• Knowledge of local subsurface conditions
• Experience working out in the field
• MS in geotechnical engineering