Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Nova Engineering and Environmental•Tallahassee, FL

About The Position

NOVA Engineering is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to provide engineering and consulting services for a broad array of projects and clients throughout the Florida Panhandle. The role may be based in Tallahassee or Panama City Beach, Florida, and may support projects in the public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial sectors. The senior-level engineering professional provides technical direction for routine and complex projects. The role may involve responsibility for the engineering work on a moderately scoped project or for the conceptual design or investigative approach for a major phase of a large project. The engineer plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates engineering work, including projects with complex or conflicting requirements. The position also involves technical review, training, business development, and supervision of less experienced engineers or technical support personnel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution, or an equivalent international degree with NCEES credential evaluation.
10+ years of geotechnical experience.
Professional Engineer (PE) registration.

Responsibilities

Perform or lead field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations.
Design and develop plans and specifications; observe and inspect work; and write, prepare, and review related reports.
Review drawings and construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track and evaluate project progress and budgets, and recommend changes.
Research and resolve design and construction problems.
Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports.
Communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams.
Provide technical direction for production and completion of routine, unique, or complex projects.
Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate engineering work, including work with complex or conflicting design requirements.
Supervise complex and innovative investigations, formulate recommendations in written client reports, and provide technical review of reports.
Lead technical training and make informed decisions based on state-of-the-art technology issues.
Provide leadership in marketing, sales, and business development.
Supervise less experienced engineers or technical support personnel on projects.

Benefits

Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, and vision.
Opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
Certification reimbursement.
Paid time off.
Company-observed paid holidays.
Company-paid life insurance for the employee, spouse, and children.
Company-paid short-term disability coverage.
Supplemental benefits including long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and identity theft protection.
401(k) retirement plan with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions.
Wellness program with incentives.
Employee Assistance Program.
Use of a take-home company vehicle for daily travel to work sites.
Competitive compensation packages.