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Terracon Consultants, Inc.

Geotechnical Project Engineer

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Job Description

Provide geotechnical engineering and consulting services for a broad array of projects and clients. This may include performing and/or leading field investigations, geotechnical engineering analyses, recommendations, construction observation and inspection, managing projects in both design and construction phases, and writing, preparation, and review of related reports for the services provided. Review drawings and construction documents for consistency with geotechnical engineering documents. Prepare proposals and fee estimates, track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and preparation of change orders. Research, evaluate, and resolve design and construction problems. Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports. Apply sound engineering principles and be able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams. Services may be provided for existing or proposed projects in a variety of sectors, including public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial. Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills in all project-related interactions with clients, staff, and peers. Professional Engineering license in Washington State Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. Minimum 5-8 years' experience in Civil Engineering industry. Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred. A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required. Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Lead and/or supervise pre-task planning efforts. Report any safety issues or concerns to management. Provide and lead continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor and promote quality standards and practices. Provide consistent quality standards per Terracon's quality manual on all proposals, projects, and deliverables. Career level, fully competent engineering professional with responsibility for managing detailed phases of projects with moderate size and complexity. Independently perform a variety of projects or selected segments of larger projects. Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work. Work closely with senior-level project managers to gain additional project management experience for more complex and larger projects. Make design, engineering, and construction recommendations, adaptations and modifications. Prepare proposals and reports for small and large projects of varying complexity across WA State and the Pacific Northwest region. Perform quality control review of proposals written by others. Evaluate complex laboratory and field data for inclusion in reports. Serve as a technical adviser to junior-level project team members. Interact directly with client and project team on developing scope of services, communicating project progress and findings and recommendations. Write and prepare routine and complex engineering reports detailing services provided, findings, and recommendations. Participate in marketing, sales and business development. Supervise graduate, field and project engineering staff. Work under the supervision of a Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer. Begin documented mentoring and application process for Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer certification.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance