Sr Geotechnical Engineer

Position

Senior Geotechnical Engineer – responsible for delivering a $3–$5 billion infrastructure project, ensuring compliance with transportation standards and providing technical leadership across planning, design, and construction phases.

• Review geotechnical design submittals for compliance with standards.
• Provide comments on shop drawings and geotechnical design elements to support constructability.
• Assist in reviewing geotechnical scope elements and identify potential risks or gaps early in design.
• Support evaluation of cost‑saving initiatives and alternative technical concepts.
• Provide field support during installation of geotechnical elements.
• Assist CEI staff with interpretation of plans, specs, and geotechnical requirements.
• Participate in or support pre‑construction and pre‑operation meetings to clarify expectations.
• Observe field activities and identify non‑conformance or potential issues.
• Coordinate and review geotechnical testing activities.
• Review foundation logs, installation records, and certification packages for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist in evaluating test results and supporting recommendations for foundation performance.
• Support QA efforts through field reviews, documentation checks, and coordination with CEI.
• Identify and help resolve geotechnical issues encountered during construction.
• Assist in evaluating non‑conformance issues and recommending corrective actions.
• Provide technical input on geotechnical‑related claims or disputes.
• Coordinate with geotechnical subconsultants, testing firms, and laboratories.
• Interface with client Materials Office and project stakeholders.
• Support consistent communication across design, construction, and materials teams.
• Contribute to improving geotechnical processes, documentation, and field practices.

• Clear, actionable geotechnical review comments.
• Evaluated test results with supporting recommendations.
• Field observations and QA documentation.
• Timely technical input that supports design development and construction progress, reducing risk.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering.
• 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE, P.Eng) license in the location of the position.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, GIS, and CADD applications.
• Experience with Geo Studio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage, and deep foundation response software.
• Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data‑management and visualization software (gINT, Open Ground, Leap Frog).
• Knowledge of advanced numerical modeling techniques such as Finite Difference, Finite Element, Discrete Element, and associated commercial software (Bentley, PLAXIS, Itasca FLAC).
• Strong communication and coordination skills in a field environment.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a broader team structure.
• Practical problem‑solving mindset focused on constructability and risk reduction.
• Commitment to being an active participant in an employee‑owned culture.

• Minimum of 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of geotechnical principles, foundation systems, and soil behavior.
• Familiarity with FDOT standards, specifications, and testing procedures.
• Ability to interpret construction documents and technical data.
• Strong communication and coordination skills in a field environment.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a broader team structure.
• Practice problem‑solving mindset focused on constructability and risk reduction.

Field‑based role with frequent travel across project sites.

United States – Florida – Orlando (primary), United States – Florida – Fort Lauderdale (alternative).

Full‑time.