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WSP Global Inc
Senior Lead Civil/Geotechnical Engineer
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What they do
A Mining Engineer researches mines and designs mining operations for the efficient extraction of minerals such as metals and coal. Uses knowledge of geology and engineering to determine sites to be mined, and develops plans to extract minerals effectively. May specialize in one type of mineral or material. May inspect and monitor mines for the safety and health of miners.
$114,849 / year median in Colorado
+12% projected growth
Job Description
This Opportunity WSP is seeking a Senior Lead Civil/Geotechnical Engineer to join our US Mine Waste team, at our office located in Lakewood, CO. You will have the opportunity to work as a part of a regional team on challenging mining, heavy civil, and geotechnical projects. Be involved in projects with our Mine Waste Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges. #globalmining The Senior Lead Civil/Geotechnical Engineer is an experienced professional who independently delivers and leads complex mine waste and tailings engineering assignments. This role applies advanced technical judgment, contributes to project and client leadership, and serves as a recognized technical resource within WSP. These professionals demonstrate consistent performance across technical excellence, project execution and delivery, collaboration, and mentorship, with increasing visibility to external clients and regulators. This individual will provide geotechnical engineering services and manage projects related to mining and civil/geotechnical projects in the U.S. and internationally. This individual may be Engineer of Record (EOR) for tailings storage facilities. Our ideal candidate enjoys technical work and the challenge of growing the business. Your Impact Leading and directing the multi-disciplinary design of mine waste containment (tailings and waste rock) and heap leach facilities including initial layout and design, site selection and facility layout, geotechnical and hydrologic analyses, integration of other engineering discipline designs, and preparation of drawings and technical specifications for construction. Managing and executing a wide variety of mine waste geotechnical engineering projects, including geotechnical field investigations, laboratory testing programs, data interpretation, and geotechnical analysis. Scoping, directing, and reviewing complex geotechnical analyses with a focus on soil mechanics, including stability, seepage, and thermal modelling; deposition modeling; and run out analyses for mine waste or water embankment dams and waste rock spoils. Independently managing projects according to client-approved scopes of work and delivering high quality reports on time and within budget subject to senior review and oversight. Providing or contributing to client relationship and business development activities focused on building and growing our business Working with and leading multi-disciplinary project teams. Supporting technical proposals and design work package in response to client needs. Managing the work of junior engineers. Remaining current in latest geotechnical engineering techniques and practices. Working collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects. Exercising responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Performing additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering, or closely related discipline More than 10 years of relevant post education experience in mine waste engineering and geotechnical design Professional Engineer (P.E.) license Demonstrated experience working on projects related to tailings and/or heap leach facility design and management Advanced knowledge in soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering Demonstrated client liaison and business development skills Project management experience with mid to large-level projects including scoping, and tracking hours and expenses for project work commensurate with years of experience Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience. Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, and discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD Civil 3D, SEEP/W, SLOPE/W, Slide, RS2, FLAC, PLAXIS, etc.), Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, computations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution. Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.