Lead Consultant, Civil /Geotechnical /Geoenvironmental Engineer

Lead Consultant, Civil /Geotechnical /Geoenvironmental Engineer

We invite you to bring your experience applying civil, geotechnical, and geoenvironmental engineering principles into play as you support the growth of Ramboll’s Midwestern geo-engineering practice. At Ramboll, you will work on challenging and complex projects involving the permitting, management, remediation, modification, and closure of industrial waste impoundments, water and tailings dams, and contaminated sites. To succeed in this role you must have a Professional Engineering license, a B.S. in civil or geological engineering, and 3+ years of relevant engineering experience. Are you our new Civil / Geotechnical / Geoenvironmental Engineer? Click the apply-button to send your application.

Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture? We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions strive to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world.

You will join our Environment and Health Department

As our new Civil / Geotechnical / Geoenvironmental Engineer you will be part of our Environment and Health group supporting CCR, mining, and environmental remediation projects.

Your key tasks and responsibilities will be:

• Supporting the conceptual design, permitting, final design, and construction of geoenvironmental remediation systems (cutoff walls, barriers, closures and caps, groundwater management systems, etc) for industrial waste impoundments and contaminated sites.
• Supporting the assessment of dam safety and management practices
• Performing construction quantity takeoffs and cost estimating
• Working with experienced Ramboll engineering and CAD staff to develop engineering drawings, technical specifications, and CQA plans
• Performing geotechnical calculations including seepage, slope stability, seismic and liquefaction assessments, settlement analyses, etc.
• Writing reports, technical memoranda, and other documents for review by experienced Ramboll staff
• Acting as the Technical Task Manager by independently leading tasks within a larger project team, under the direction of the Ramboll project manager.
• Leading field investigation programs (i.e., borings, sampling, laboratory testing)
• Implementing Ramboll’s safety and quality management systems
• Providing construction oversight and/or management services
• 10-20% travel is expected

Your starting point for constant growth

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Geological Engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience focused in geotechnical, geoenvironmental, and civil engineering
  • MS Degree and engineering design and cost estimating experience a plus
• Registered PE (MO and IL, or licensure in another U.S. state with the ability to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months)
• Required • Minimum Skills and Abilities:
  • Geotechnical calculations, including seepage and slope stability
  • Independent report writing for review by experienced Ramboll staff
  • Ability to support the development of civil and geoenvironmental design projects
  • Ability to lead field subsurface investigation programs
  • Ability to work semi-independently with limited, but regular, oversight from experienced Ramboll staff
• Preferred • Skills and Abilities:
  • CAD(D) design experience, CCR experience, mining experience, and dam safety experience a plus, but not required
• Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Work effectively in teams
  • Willingness to continue to improve
  • Ability to work cooperatively with clients, subcontractors, and 3rd parties

Welcome to our Environment & Health division
Ramboll develops innovative, scientifically sound solutions that help increase liveability by reducing pollution and restoring natural environments. One of the world’s leading environmental and health consultancies, our bright minds are trusted by clients to manage their most challenging environmental, health and social issues.

Ramboll in Americas

Ramboll has nearly 2,000 experts working across 50 offices in the Americas applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions within Environment & Health, Water, Energy and Planning & Urban Design. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative and empowering culture.

How to apply

Apply online. Attach your CV, cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role, and when you are available to start. We look forward to receiving your application.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.