Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer Gestra Engineering, Inc - 4.0 Milwaukee, WI Job Details Full-time $85,000 - $115,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Leadership training provided Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Master's degree Team development Professional Engineer Civil Engineering ACI Certification Full Job Description Our firm is seeking an experienced, highly skilled professional to join our team as a Senior Level Geotechnical Engineer . This is a technical and project leadership role designed for a licensed Professional Engineer with 10+ years of experience who can independently lead complex geotechnical projects, drive engineering design, perform high-level technical reviews, and mentor junior staff. If you are looking for a key leadership role in a growing, quality-focused firm, we want to hear from you. The Role Operating out of our Milwaukee office, you will serve as both technical lead and project reviewer across a diverse range of civil and geotechnical projects. You will oversee projects from initial proposal and scope development through complex engineering analysis to final report sign-off, ensuring solutions are safe, budget-conscious, and fully compliant with state and local standards.

Schedule:

Typically, Monday-Friday, standard business hours, with occasional field visits or client meetings outside standard hours based on project needs.

Key Responsibilities Advanced Engineering Analysis:

Perform and review complex geotechnical engineering calculations, including shallow/deep foundation design, slope stability analysis, settlement evaluations, ground improvement methods, and retaining structures.

Project and Client Management:

Oversee project schedules, budgets, and technical deliverables across multiple concurrent projects; maintain strong relationships with key clients, agencies, and contractors.

Report Authoring and Review:

Author, review, and seal (PE) detailed geotechnical engineering reports providing authoritative foundation, seismic, and earthwork recommendations.

Subsurface Exploration Leadership:

Design and direct comprehensive subsurface investigation programs, specifying boring plans, sampling schedules, and advanced field testing.

Team Leadership and Mentorship:

Guide, train, and manage staff engineers and field technicians, providing technical oversight and reviewing daily data sheets and engineering models.

Business Development Support:

Lead proposal preparation, scope definitions, fee estimates, and qualifications packages for prospective public and private projects. Preferred Certifications and Expertise Master's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering. Extensive experience and familiarity with WisDOT standards, specifications, and project reporting workflows. Certifications or practical experience related to construction materials testing oversight (e.g., ACI, NICET). Why Join Us?

Leadership Impact:

Play a pivotal role in guiding our engineering standards, mentoring the next generation of engineers, and shaping project direction.

Professional Development:

Firm-sponsored support for continuing education, professional association memberships, and leadership training.

Diverse Projects:

Work on a variety of challenging regional civil, infrastructure, and commercial developments.

Career Growth:

Clear progression path toward principal-level technical and operational leadership roles.

Compensation and Benefits Salary:

$85,000 - $115,000 / year (Commensurate with experience and PE qualifications) Retirement Plans with 4% Match Health / Dental / Vision Insurance Life and Disability Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO)

Parental Leave Professional Development and Licensure Assistance Referral Bonus Program Pay:

$85,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person