Senior Geotechnical Engineering Leader

2 weeks ago

St Louis, Missouri, United States WSP Full time
Job Overview

About Our Organization

We are a prominent global entity in environmental consultancy, bolstered by the recent integration of Wood's Environment & Infrastructure division and Golder. Our expertise spans environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters, climate resilience, sustainability, and earth sciences. With a workforce exceeding 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide, we collaborate daily to safeguard and enhance natural environments, establish robust foundations for communities, and advocate for sustainable development to address climate change challenges.

As a member of our organization, you will gain access to an extensive network of resources and numerous opportunities to engage in exciting projects alongside diverse colleagues from around the globe.

This Role

WSP is actively seeking a full-time Senior Geotechnical Engineering Leader for our office. The selected candidate will participate in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and contribute to a growing organization that fulfills client objectives and resolves their challenges.

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, the chosen candidates will deliver expert technical support and leadership for multi-site/phase due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, enhancement, and construction projects across both public and private sectors. Key responsibilities encompass research, design, concept development, planning, and construction of foundations, retention structures, open pit and underground mines, tunnels, dams, and underground storage. You will provide situational guidance to project managers and leaders, ensuring that documentation and recommendations accurately reflect and address risks, innovations, and future-ready opportunities. Your leadership will ensure that responsibilities are executed with a quality level that meets or surpasses industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Your Contributions
  • Oversee the collection, compilation, and analysis of data from physical work sites, including soil, water, waste material, rock samples, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, hydrologic analysis, and geotechnical data for project development, design, and construction.
  • Utilize advanced geotechnical and geological engineering techniques to identify enhancements for various project phases involving complex infrastructure and engineering tasks, including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, construction, and operation.
  • Conduct comprehensive investigations and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, including subsurface investigations, soil and rock foundation engineering, settlement analysis, soil erosion, lateral earth pressures, geological hazards, underground water, slope stability, and operations to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
  • Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates; prepare construction safety and phasing plans, and update layout plans requiring coordination with clients, other disciplines, and sub-consultants.
  • Manage design and construction of infrastructure projects from proposal to completion, including rehabilitation, reconstruction, grading, drainage, and installation of foundations and retaining structures.
  • Lead the implementation of advanced technologies, monitoring devices, building materials, modeling techniques, and operating strategies to ensure safety and functionality for end-users and transportation systems.
  • Supervise larger-scale geotechnical engineering projects, ensuring contributors understand their responsibilities and timelines, preparing and monitoring project budgets, and overseeing subcontractors and employees.
  • Assist with the engineering review of permit applications, design plans, and specifications to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and sound engineering practices.
  • Engage with various public and private entities to discuss engineering and construction challenges and programs.
  • Ensure technical reports and presentations effectively communicate research findings and recommendations to address design and construction issues.
  • Develop a client base for high-level geotechnical engineering services and identify additional business development opportunities.
  • Mentor staff to foster their growth and professional development.
  • Stay current with the latest geotechnical engineering techniques and practices.
  • Collaborate with professionals from various disciplines on federally, state, regionally, and locally funded improvement and development projects.
  • Exercise ethical decision-making regarding company resources and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a closely related field.
  • 12+ years of relevant post-education experience in engineering and geotechnical design.
  • Engineer license required (multi-state preferred).
  • Proficient in geotechnical engineering principles, practices, processes, and design/build applications.
  • Experienced in planning, design, and program/construction management.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform technical computations and calculations.
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with diverse audiences.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills to interact with clients, regulators, and team members.
  • Ability to work independently while providing guidance to team members.
  • Proficient in technical writing and design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS).
  • Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven track record of maintaining workplace safety and compliance with policies.
  • Flexibility to adapt to varying schedules and project needs.
  • Willingness to travel as required by project-specific demands.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's Degree in Engineering.
  • 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER).
  • MSHA Part 48A Underground Coal and Metal/Non-metal Training.
  • Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training.
  • Familiarity with environmental investigation and remediation is a plus.
About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading global engineering and professional services firm. Committed to serving local communities, we provide engineering, planning, technical expertise, strategic advice, and construction management services. With over 15,000 employees in more than 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with clients to foster community prosperity.

WSP offers a flexible workplace model while addressing client needs and provides a comprehensive benefits package to ensure health and financial stability throughout employees' careers.

At WSP, we strive to provide our employees with the challenges they seek to advance their careers and knowledge. Your contributions will be vital in achieving client objectives and overcoming challenges.

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