Geotechnical Engineer Lead

2 weeks ago

Charleston, West Virginia, United States WSP Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our team as an Assistant Vice President. This role will be responsible for leading geotechnical engineering projects and teams, providing technical expertise and guidance to junior staff, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead geotechnical engineering projects and teams, providing technical expertise and guidance to junior staff.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Develop and implement geotechnical engineering solutions for complex projects.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to junior staff, including mentoring and training.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest geotechnical engineering techniques and practices.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients, colleagues, and third-party groups.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with a focus on geotechnical practice.
  • 10+ years of relevant post-education experience in geotechnical engineering and design.
  • Knowledge of engineering research techniques and protocols.
  • Ability to coordinate with clients, colleagues, and third-party groups and understand requirements.
  • Analytical mindset, detail-oriented, and experience with geological research techniques required.
  • Possess computer skills and have experience with computer software including Microsoft Office and geotechnical specialty software.
  • Possess competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a professional and non-professional audience.
  • Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
  • Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
  • Proficiency with technical writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
  • Ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Ability to be comfortable in remote settings and a willingness to perform a variety of tasks as needed to complete an assignment.
  • Local and potential national travel (up to 50% of the time) for site visits and business development opportunities.
  • Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in geotechnical engineering.
  • Professional Licensure/Certification in Appalachian States or ability to receive comity.
  • Experience with geomorphology and surface processes.
  • Project management skills with experience leading teams on complex or multi-project programs.
  • Client focus with experience in client management and effective project/program delivery skills.
  • Possess strong verbal communication, writing, analytical, and organizational skills combined with a positive attitude and an ability to work both independently and within groups, including with technical peers across the company, client contacts, and subcontractors.
  • Command of geotechnical engineering practices and principles.
  • A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.
About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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