Senior-Level Geotechnical Engineer

Schnabel Engineering•Newport News, VA

47d•$95,000 - $145,000

About The Position

Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to support our growing business in Newport News, VA. Qualified candidates will be well-rounded, organized problem solvers with an interest in managing complex projects and developing younger staff. They should also possess detailed knowledge of construction materials testing and geotechnical engineering services during construction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program
10+ years of relevant professional experience in consulting geotechnical engineering
Experience performing construction materials field and laboratory testing in accordance with AASHTO, ASTM, VDOT and USACE Standards
Experience with interpreting construction materials field and laboratory data
Project management experience
Familiarity with heavy civil construction means and methods
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Strong professional work ethic and desire to perform at a high level
Ability to work independently or as part of a multi-person team
Attention to detail and well-organized
Ability to lift 60 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outside
Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

Nice To Haves

Experience in geotechnical consulting in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia
Experience in geotechnical consulting for Federal clients
Experience managing or supervising engineering technicians and junior engineers

Responsibilities

Lead the completion of construction materials testing and Special Inspections for building and infrastructure projects including budget management and client communication
Develop construction materials testing and Special Inspections proposals including scope of work and fee estimates
Prepare reports related to routine construction materials testing as well as reports regarding exploration of existing structures or evaluation of construction materials related issues
Interpret soil boring logs, geotechnical reports, and laboratory test data, and develop geotechnical construction recommendations
Troubleshoot and interpret construction materials test results and geotechnical and structural materials issues during construction
Perform construction observations to evaluate problems or complex conditions or as occasionally needed for more routine services
Schedule and coordinate resources during construction phases
Manage and train construction materials testing staff
Communicate effectively with clients, business partners, subconsultants, and Schnabel team members
Develop geotechnical engineering scope of services and fee estimates
Planning and oversight of geotechnical investigations.
Manage/review geotechnical field work performed by others
Assign, review and interpret geotechnical laboratory tests
Perform/review geotechnical engineering analyses and calculations
Develop geotechnical engineering recommendations and write geotechnical engineering reports
Perform project management activities including communicating resource needs, managing client expectations, planning and delegating work, management of project budgets, invoicing and backlog reporting
Work as a team member within the office and across the business unit in other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resources