Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer BB&E
• Norfolk, VA, US

BB&E is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team, supporting facilities design and construction projects for NAVFAC Atlantic (LANT) in Norfolk, VA.

• Provide independent, timely and professional specialized geotechnical engineering support, services and consultation for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of facilities for the Navy, Marine Corps, and other supported commands, including minor works projects, specific projects, special projects, MILCON, demolition, maintenance, space utilization and facilities development.
• Participate in conferences with project stakeholders and collaborate with other engineering and architectural disciplines to ensure system coordination and integration with specific project requirements.
• Coordinate all activities in the specialized area of geotechnical and pavements engineering, in accordance with related UFC Criteria.
• Support the design of in-house projects and Request for Proposal (RFPs) as a team member for complex projects. Review designs (i.e., specs, drawings, and costs) and RFPs prepared by consultant Architects-Engineers.
• Develop final working drawings using current AutoCAD technology. Monitor construction to ensure the geotechnical aspects of the project align with the contract plans and specifications.
• Review contractor submittals of shop drawings, samples of materials and other design-related items.
• Confer with the construction contractor and designer (if A/E work) to resolve problems or latent conditions that may arise after construction.
• Make recommendations for corrective or preventative measures, as appropriate.
• Ensure that changes in costs, quantity, scope, schedules, design, or any other terms and conditions of the contract are coordinated or approved, as appropriate.
• Analyze data and use geotechnical experience to determine and predict specially developed foundation shear strength and settlement potential for various materials encountered.
• Determine testing parameters for soil conditions to design structural foundations.
• Initiate field trips to project sites to evaluate scoping, design, and construction.
• Inspect existing conditions of soils and foundations to ascertain possible problems and recommend corrective measures.
• Interface with customers and other interested parties providing consultation and gathering pertinent information required to complete project scoping, designs and failure analysis and remedial measures.

• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain NACI/CAC.
• Professional Engineer registration in geotechnical or civil/structural engineering with an emphasis in geotechnical engineering.
• Strong communication skills: excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency using MS Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Self-starter: highly motivated and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines autonomously.

• Minimum of 10 years of professional geotechnical engineering code‑compliant facilities design experience for new construction, including renovation design experience.
• Completion of an accredited program by the Accreditation Board for Engineers and Technology (ABET) in a Civil/Structural engineering track with emphasis in geotechnical engineering, earning at least a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, supplemented by substantial hands‑on facilities geotechnical design experience.

• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, crawl, and navigate uneven ground common at construction sites and climb for extended periods; travel to and from job sites.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Work both indoor and outdoor with exposure to the elements.
• Work in confined spaces and under varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, rain, wind, dust, and noise.
• Wear and use required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, steel‑toed boots,…