Geotechnical Lead Engineer
Job Locations: US-MN-Minnetonka | US-WI-Middleton
ID: 2024-5523
Category: Geotechnical Engineering
2nd Category: Project Management
Position Type: Regular
Division: Renewables
Overview
Geotechnical Project Manager
Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Project Manager to join our Power and Renewables teams. The successful job applicant will be part of a dynamic geotechnical engineering team and will assist with the management and execution of geotechnical investigations and design related to renewable energy projects, substations, transmission lines, and other power-related projects. Work elements may involve some or all the following: estimating, management, training/mentoring staff, coordinating field and laboratory testing, geotechnical analysis and design, report preparation, and construction monitoring/observation.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare proposals and cost estimates for geotechnical investigations and related design work.
- Participate in geotechnical site investigations, assign geotechnical laboratory tests, analyze field and lab data, and prepare investigation reports.
- Interpret and analyze geotechnical data to establish type, classification and engineering characteristics of materials.
- Complete geotechnical engineering analyses including, but not limited to, seepage, slope stability, bearing capacity, settlement, rotational stiffness, and liquefaction.
- Manage, supervise, mentor, and train other geotechnical staff.
Required Experience
- Bachelor's degree in civil/geotechnical engineering from an ABET accredited college. Master's degree a plus. PE required.
- Minimum 5 years of related work experience.
- Knowledge of geotechnical engineering fundamentals, geotechnical testing, and general civil/geotechnical engineering design and construction practices. Geotechnical experience on power-related projects a plus.
- Experience performing and managing geotechnical investigations and reports. Strong technical writing skills.
- Experience supervising and training geotechnical staff.
- Strong computer skills, with proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with gINT, GeoStudio, LPile, MFAD, and other geotechnical software a plus.
- Strong technical, communication, and interpersonal skills. Works best in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to travel/work in the field for extended periods and have the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and various terrains associated with construction projects.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail and check the quality of own work.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing in English. Experience communicating directly with clients.
- Ability to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing and prioritizing with attention to details.