Senior Geotechnical Engineering Manager

Houston Engineering, Inc.•Eden Prairie, MN

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Geotechnical Engineering Manager will develop and direct HEI’s geotechnical practice, overseeing complex subsurface investigations, geotechnical designs, and construction quality assurance and quality control. The role combines senior technical oversight with business development, staff mentoring, and project budget management. Projects may include foundations, soil and rock slopes, and retaining walls for water resources (including dams, levees, and floodwalls), transportation (including bridges and highways), and municipal infrastructure. The manager oversees geotechnical scopes, budgets, and schedules; evaluates and mitigates risks associated with soil, rock, and groundwater conditions; reviews technical documents and ensures quality and compliance with public agency requirements and industry codes. The role also leads proposal efforts, client engagement, and regional practice growth; recruits and mentors staff; collaborates with other disciplines; and directs field exploration, drilling, and soils laboratory testing. The position is located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. A B.S. or M.S. in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license are required. The employer offers competitive pay and a range of benefits.

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geological Engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
10 or more years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience, including prior project or team management.
Ability to lead a team to meet business objectives under general supervision.
Demonstrated ability to generate and manage geotechnical-related projects.
Knowledge of engineering and geologic research techniques and protocols.
Computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office and geotechnical specialty software.
Proficiency with technical writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
Exceptional written and verbal communication and negotiation skills, including the ability to present complex data and project risks to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to coordinate with clients, colleagues, and third-party groups and understand requirements.
Analytical mindset, attention to detail, multitasking and prioritization skills, and ability to work in a dynamic environment.
Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others and expressing ideas professionally to professional and non-professional audiences.

Nice To Haves

Structural Engineer (SE) or Certified Geotechnical Engineer (GE) license, highly preferred depending on the state.

Responsibilities

Oversee geotechnical scopes of work, budgets, and schedules.
Evaluate and mitigate risks related to soil, rock, and groundwater conditions for water resources, transportation, and municipal infrastructure projects.
Review and oversee technical documents for accuracy and quality, and ensure deliverables meet public agency requirements and industry codes.
Provide senior geotechnical and geological engineering review and technical assistance for evaluations, design, report preparation, contract document development, and construction.
Support work involving soil and rock mechanics, geohazards, soil/structure interaction, subsurface exploration and field testing, laboratory testing, geophysical methods, transportation structure foundations, slope stability, retaining walls, excavation support, dewatering, instrumentation, pavement systems, and earthwork operations.
Lead proposal efforts, interface with clients, and grow the regional geotechnical practice.
Contribute to business plans, provide market and industry insight, and facilitate development of marketing strategies.
Recruit mid- and senior-level staff, and recruit, train, and mentor junior engineers and geologists.
Foster cross-disciplinary collaboration with civil, structural, and environmental teams, and coordinate work across projects involving multiple sectors, fields, clients, regulators, and sites.
Direct field exploration programs, drilling operations, and soils laboratory testing.