Senior Geotechnical Engineer
WSP11 months ago
Virginia Beach, VA, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for our Virginia Beach, VA office! Join our Geotechnical & Tunneling Team and contribute to projects that address complex infrastructure challenges across the country.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and perform geotechnical engineering analysis and design for infrastructure projects including tunnels, bridge & building foundations, highways, slopes, and embankments.
- Plan and manage subsurface investigations for roadway, bridge, tunnel, and building projects, and prepare various types of geotechnical reports (baseline, interpretive, and data reports).
- Manage various levels of geotechnical and underground staff.
- Apply high-level geotechnical engineering techniques and processes to enhance project phases from concept development through procurement, construction, and operation.
- Provide sound engineering judgment on geotechnical and underground construction reviews and inspections.
- Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for underground and foundation aspects of projects.
- Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams of engineers, planners, and scientific professionals on multiple concurrent projects.
- Interact professionally with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, drillers, and clients.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to prepare competitive proposals for WSP.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with a Geotechnical Engineering focus.
- 10+ years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering.
- United States PE registration with the ability to obtain various state licensures via reciprocity.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.
- Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, a results orientation, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instructions, work independently, and comply with company policies.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and abiding by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Engineering.
Benefits & Perks
- Flexible and agile workplace model.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings to support your health and financial stability.
Required Skills
Construction Project Management
Regulatory and Code Compliance
Geotechnical Report Preparation
Subsurface Investigation Planning
Cross-functional Collaboration
Team Leadership
Tunneling and Foundation Design
Proposal Development
Geotechnical Engineering Analysis
Infrastructure Project Design