Senior Geotechnical Engineer

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. • Norwood, MA

13h • $105,000 - $135,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is offering an opportunity for a Project
Manager / Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Metro Boston Geotechnical
team and be part of our transportation, building, energy, and infrastructure
practice. We’re looking for someone who thrives on technically challenging
geotechnical and heavy civil projects. If you're ready to apply your
professional knowledge to make a tangible impact on your community, this is your
chance. This position will be based in Norwood or Amesbury, MA and involves
local and regional travel.

The successful candidate will support projects through proposal, contract, and
execution phases, with responsibility for the day-to-day technical delivery of
work. Strong academic credentials, geotechnical engineering expertise,
analytical ability, communication skills, and a collaborative mindset are
essential.

Why GZA:

Employee-owned firm with opportunities for company stock ownership.
Small firm feel with a larger firm reputation and resources. Nationally
recognized for providing underground engineering excellence for foundations,
tunnels, dams, buried utilities, marine facilities, highways, railroads, site
development and temporary underground structures.
Support and encouragement of ongoing professional development and enrichment
Mentorship and hands-on training from industry experts, with a clear path
toward long-term career growth.
Flexible work schedule with hybrid remote work.
Candidate is salaried exempt technical professional eligible for annual
performance bonus.
Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including paid time off, paid
holidays and wellness time, sick time, medical, dental, vision, and 401k
retirement plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering and 8+ years of relevant professional work experience (Master’s degree with Geotechnical concentration may substitute for up to 2 years).
• Engineer in Training (EIT) required; Professional Engineer (PE) within state or ability to obtain reciprocity within 12 months preferred.
• Demonstrated professional knowledge of geotechnical engineering; including advanced soil mechanics, site exploration and characterization, deep foundations, shallow foundations, slope stability, seismic engineering, retaining wall design, earth retention, settlement of compressible soils, ground improvement techniques, and LRFD.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the execution and successful management of projects to meet  scope, schedule and budget.
• Proficiency with MS Office and practice level knowledge of geotechnical software (e.g., SEEP/W, SLOPE/W, LPILE, GROUP, Settle 3D, WEAP, or similar);
• Strong interpersonal skills resulting in exceptional rapport with people. Proven success in initiating, promoting, and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships amongst a team.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working on energy, DOT, and design-build projects a plus.
• proficiency with Autodesk CAD programs is a plus

Responsibilities

• Managing project teams, delegating to office and field staff and executing day-to-day activities of projects.
• Oversee and execute day-to-day technical project tasks and deliverables in accordance with QA/QC standards
• Monitor project performance, budgets, and compliance with contractual requirements
• Preparing proposals and reviewing/writing geotechnical deliverables with Principal guidance and review.
• Participate in staff training and staff reviews.
• Support GZA’s “One Company” approach by assisting with tasks outside primary responsibilities as needed

Benefits

• Employee-owned firm with opportunities for company stock ownership.
• Small firm feel with a larger firm reputation and resources.
• Nationally recognized for providing underground engineering excellence for foundations, tunnels, dams, buried utilities, marine facilities, highways, railroads, site development and temporary underground structures.
• Support and encouragement of ongoing professional development and enrichment
• Mentorship and hands-on training from industry experts, with a clear path toward long-term career growth.
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid remote work.
• Candidate is salaried exempt technical professional eligible for annual performance bonus.
• Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays and wellness time, sick time, medical, dental, vision, and 401k retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

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