Senior Geotechnical Engineer

BB&E•Norfolk, VA

About The Position

BB&E is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Geotechnical Engineer to join our team, supporting facilities design and construction projects for NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic at Norfolk Naval Station, VA. Job Duties & Responsibilities Provide independent, timely and professional specialized geotechnical engineering support, services and consultation for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of facilities for the Navy, Marine Corps, and other Supported Commands, including minor works projects, specific projects, special projects, military construction (MILCON), demolition, maintenance, space utilization and facilities development Participate in conferences with project stakeholders and collaborates with other engineering and architectural disciplines to ensure system coordination and integration with specific project requirements Responsible for coordinating all activities in the specialized area of geotechnical and pavements engineering, in accordance with related UFC Criteria Support the design of In-House projects and Request for Proposal (RFPs) as a team member for complex projects. Review designs (i.e., specs, drawings, and costs) and RFPs prepared by consultant Architects-Engineers (AEs) Knowledgeable in the development of final working drawings utilizing current AutoCAD technology. Monitors construction, ensuring the geotechnical aspects of the project are in accordance with the contract plans and specifications Review contractor submittals of shop drawings, samples of materials and other design-related items Confer with the construction contractor and designer (if A/E work) to resolve problems or latent conditions that may arise after construction Make recommendations for corrective/preventative measures, as appropriate Ensure that changes in costs, quantity, scope, schedules, design, or any other terms and conditions of the contract are coordinated or approved, as appropriate. Due to the varied design and construction techniques, geotechnical criteria, seismic activity, climatic conditions, coordination and code requirements design techniques, cost estimating and communications are very complex Analyze data and uses geotechnical experience to determine and predict specially developed foundation shear strength and settlement potential for various materials encountered Determine testing parameters for soil conditions to design structural foundations Initiate field trips to project sites to evaluate scoping, design, and construction Inspect existing conditions of soils and foundations to ascertain possible problems and recommend corrective measures Interface with customer and other interested parties providing consultation and gathering pertinent information required to complete project scoping, designs and failure analysis and remedial measures

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain a NACI/CAC is required
Certifications: Registration as a Professional Engineer in geotechnical or civil/structural with emphasis in geotechnical engineering is r equired
Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
Software: Proficiency using MS Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Self-Starter: Highly motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines autonomously
Experience: A minimum of 10 years of professional Geotechnical engineering code compliant facilities design experience for new construction, including renovation design experience, is required
Education: Completion of a course of studies accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineers and Technology (ABET) for a Civil/Structural with emphasis in geotechnical engineering program from a college or university earning a Bachelor's or Master's degree, supplemented by a considerable amount of hands-on facilities geotechnical design experience, is required
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, crawl, navigate across uneven ground that is common at construction sites and climb for extended periods as well as when traveling to and from job sites
Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds regularly
Must be able to work both indoor/outdoor (with exposure to the elements)
Must be able to work in confined spaces and under varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, rain, wind, dust, and noise
Must be able to wear and use required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, steel-toed boots, fall protection safety vests and high-visibility reflective safety vests
Must have sufficient visual and auditory acuity to perform tasks safely and effectively, including reading instruments, recognizing hazards, and communicating on active construction sites
Must be able to drive company or personal vehicles to and from field locations, sometimes multiple times per day, and may be required to work variable shifts depending on project needs

Responsibilities

Provide independent, timely and professional specialized geotechnical engineering support, services and consultation for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of facilities for the Navy, Marine Corps, and other Supported Commands, including minor works projects, specific projects, special projects, military construction (MILCON), demolition, maintenance, space utilization and facilities development
Participate in conferences with project stakeholders and collaborates with other engineering and architectural disciplines to ensure system coordination and integration with specific project requirements
Responsible for coordinating all activities in the specialized area of geotechnical and pavements engineering, in accordance with related UFC Criteria
Support the design of In-House projects and Request for Proposal (RFPs) as a team member for complex projects.
Review designs (i.e., specs, drawings, and costs) and RFPs prepared by consultant Architects-Engineers (AEs)
Knowledgeable in the development of final working drawings utilizing current AutoCAD technology.
Monitors construction, ensuring the geotechnical aspects of the project are in accordance with the contract plans and specifications
Review contractor submittals of shop drawings, samples of materials and other design-related items
Confer with the construction contractor and designer (if A/E work) to resolve problems or latent conditions that may arise after construction
Make recommendations for corrective/preventative measures, as appropriate
Ensure that changes in costs, quantity, scope, schedules, design, or any other terms and conditions of the contract are coordinated or approved, as appropriate.
Due to the varied design and construction techniques, geotechnical criteria, seismic activity, climatic conditions, coordination and code requirements design techniques, cost estimating and communications are very complex
Analyze data and uses geotechnical experience to determine and predict specially developed foundation shear strength and settlement potential for various materials encountered
Determine testing parameters for soil conditions to design structural foundations
Initiate field trips to project sites to evaluate scoping, design, and construction
Inspect existing conditions of soils and foundations to ascertain possible problems and recommend corrective measures
Interface with customer and other interested parties providing consultation and gathering pertinent information required to complete project scoping, designs and failure analysis and remedial measures

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages
Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan – BB&E is 100% employee-owned!
Discretionary bonus
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge
Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability
Employer provided Life insurance
Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits
Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays
Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match
Tuition reimbursement & professional development
Employee referral program
Financial wellness resources
Employee discounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet insurance discount
Applies only to full-time employees