Geotechnical Vice President

Thornton Tomasetti • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

Thornton Tomasetti is seeking a Geotechnical Vice President to join its Forensic practice in Orlando. The role leads and manages forensic investigations involving geotechnical engineering failures and claims, and contributes to marketing and business development while mentoring junior staff and providing technical direction. The position works with attorneys, insurance professionals, property owners, contractors, and other stakeholders on complex projects ranging from emergency response to litigation support. Expert-witness or testimony experience is preferred; support is available for those interested in developing this skill set.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; an NCEES record is preferred.
• 15+ years of relevant experience, including at least 10 years in geotechnical design.
• Strong technical writing skills and ability to express engineering findings clearly.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management capabilities.
• Active involvement in professional or industry organizations.
• Self-starter with strong analytical and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience serving as an expert witness.
• NCEES record.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support forensic investigations related to geotechnical failures, damage assessment, and cause/origin studies.
• Conduct field investigations, engineering assessments, feasibility studies, cost analyses, and code reviews.
• Prepare clear, defensible technical reports and expert opinions.
• Perform peer reviews and condition assessments, including order-of-magnitude cost estimates.
• Supervise, mentor, and provide technical direction to junior staff.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary efforts and ensure project delivery meets scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Serve as primary client liaison, managing contracts, scoping, and delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, including attorneys, insurance professionals, and contractors.
• Lead and support business development initiatives, including industry presentations and participation at events.
• Drive growth of the forensic geotechnical practice through pursuit strategy, proposals, and repeat client engagement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, and other voluntary benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and childcare.
• Paid time off.
• Family leave for new parents.
• Volunteer time.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Commuter transit benefits where available.
• 401(k) retirement savings with company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Wellness, diversity/inclusion, and employee resource programs and initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior