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Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Job in Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23452, USA
Listing for: WSP
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-01
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for our Virginia Beach, VA office!

This Opportunity

Be involved in projects with our Geotechnical & Tunneling Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

* Lead and perform geotechnical engineering analysis and design for infrastructure projects around the country and locally, including work for tunnels, bridge & building foundations, highways, slopes and embankments.

* Plan and manage subsurface investigations for roadway, bridge, tunnel and building projects, and subsequently prepare various types of geotechnical reports including, baseline reports, interpretive reports and data reports.

* Manage various levels of geotechnical and underground staff.

* Apply high-level geotechnical engineering techniques and processes to identify improvements for various infrastructure project phases including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, construction, and operation.

* Apply sound engineering judgement on geotechnical and underground portions of construction projects to provide meaningful design and construction reviews and inspections.

* Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for underground and foundation aspects of infrastructure projects.

* Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams of engineers, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects.

* Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, drillers, and clients in a confident and professional manner.

* Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to prepare competitive proposals for a wide range of WSP proposals.

* Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical Engineering focus

* 10+ years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering

* United States PE registration with the ability to obtain various state licensures via reciprocity

* Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP"s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

* Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment

* Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies

* Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Preferred Qualifications

* Master's Degree in Engineering.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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