Position: Geotechnical Engineering Department Manager
Location: Laurel, MD
THE ROLE:
We are partnering with our client in Philadelphia to seek their next Geotechnical Engineering Department Manager who will lead the expansion of their Geotechnical department. Your primary objective will be to ensure the delivery of exceptional, client-focused services, oversee and mentor a team of talented staff, and manage all geotechnical office and field operations. This role will drive growth initiatives and enhance client relationships.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- You will have oversight of all facets of the Geotechnical Engineering department, encompassing project management, staff supervision, and business development. Key responsibilities will include:
- Guiding and supervising a team of geotechnical engineers and technicians.
- Conducting geotechnical engineering analyses, such as soil and rock evaluation, immediate and consolidation settlement, slope stability, ground improvement, and earth retention systems; shallow and deep foundation design; and geotechnical instrumentation.
- Preparing geotechnical engineering reports, plans, specifications, memoranda, special provisions, contract documents, cost estimates, and related deliverables.
- Overseeing and reviewing geotechnical tests, including soil classification and compaction, concrete, and hot mix asphalt tests.
- Effectively managing and executing field exploration programs and construction oversight activities in a safe manner.
- Providing support during the construction phase.
- Conducting field work when required.
- Managing all aspects of project management, including proposal preparation, project planning, scope development, budgeting, scheduling, work breakdown structures, execution, and safety management.
- Ensuring timely and successful completion of geotechnical engineering projects, meeting quality and safety standards as well as client expectations.
- Cultivating and maintaining client and stakeholder relationships, identifying new project opportunities, and participating in business development endeavours.
- Collaborating with other departments and disciplines to deliver integrated engineering solutions.
WHAT YOU NEED:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, or a related field
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Maryland
- A minimum of 8 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, with 3-5 years in a leadership or managerial capacity Solid technical expertise and knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles and practices
- Proven track record of effectively collaborating and managing geotechnical engineering projects from inception to completion
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Strong business acumen and proficiency in client relationship management
- Capability to lift 50 pounds and traverse over rugged terrain
