Senior Engineer - (Civil / Geotech)

Overview

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer in our Chesterfield, MO office. This position is well-suited for a talented and experienced professional, who is interested in advancing their career at the technical and leadership standpoint.  As a Senior Engineer within our Environmental Geosciences practice, you will have the opportunity to apply your technical expertise to a wide range of civil, geotechnical, and geoenvironmental projects while actively engaging in project management, senior technical review, sales and business development, as well as client relationship management.  Working on a variety of projects related to landfills, coal combustion residuals, dams and levees, mines, and other water and waste containment systems, our client base includes a diverse mix of industrial, institutional, and governmental clients across the Midwest market. 

 

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

 

We invest in our people.  Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too.  We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

 

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of Geosyntec’s culture. As a Senior Engineer, we expect that you will work on a variety of challenging technical projects while leveraging your existing knowledge and experience to take on increasing responsibilities related to business development, client relationship management, project management, staff management, and mentorship. Some of the key responsibilities may include:

• Task and project management of geotechnical analyses including slope stability, seepage, settlement, material characterization, liquefaction, and foundation capacity;
• Fieldwork, as needed, including the oversight and logging of borings, cone penetration tests, piezometer installation, groundwater sampling, subcontractor management, and management of health and safety practices;
• Support of construction quality assurance services, including monitoring contractors on geoenvironmental projects, preparing daily field reports, and coordinating with staff in the offices.
• General civil engineering design and site layout;
• Support of construction cost estimating, development of project specifications and bid forms, and the development of construing quality assurance plans;
• Preparation and delivery of written documentation including proposals, technical reports, engineering designs and specifications, and/or presentations;
• Support project execution, under the direction of a project manager, by tracking project budgets and schedules;
• Prepare for and participate in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties;
• Support business development and marketing efforts by becoming involved in regional professional societies and publishing technical papers and presentations.
• Management and mentoring of junior staff and managing subcontractors;
• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelors degree in geology, geological engineering, civil engineering or environmental engineering. (required)
• Advanced degree in the same. (preferred)
• Current Missouri or Illinois Professional Registration (P.G., P.E.). (required)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 7 years (8+ preferred) of relevant prior experience, in environmental consulting; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Current marketplace visibility and existing client relationships. (preferred)
• Project management, business development training, and leadership training. (preferred)
• Demonstrated working knowledge Federal and Regional State regulations. (preferred)
• Excellent leadership and detail-orientation skills. (required)
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed. (required)
• Experience with multi-disciplinary project teams. (required)
• Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required. 
• Valid U.S driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)