Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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About SOCOTEC:

SOCOTEC Consulting, Inc. is a leading engineering/architectural consulting firm providing specialty services for high-profile buildings. Our team supports SOCOTEC’s specialized building envelope, forensic, sustainability, energy efficiency, code advisory and commissioning groups. SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.

SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth.

Job Description

Primarily you will be working with project/staff engineers completing geotechnical assignments on an array of projects for various clients in Southwest Florida. You will also have the opportunity to consult with our national team on out-of-state projects. Typical SW Florida projects include large tract developments, high end luxury homes, high rise condominiums, low/midrise commercial structures, bridges, roadways, and utility lines. You will also be mentoring the CoMET field and laboratory staff on soil/concrete testing, and foundation installation inspections. Forensic investigations involving foundation distress are integrated into this role.

What you will do:

• Communicate with clients and develop proposals to complete geotechnical studies, field tests, analysis, and design.
• Organize and coordinate with field and laboratory staff to complete explorations and lab testing.
• Prepare report documents presenting geotechnical findings and recommendations for construction projects.
• Assist and or oversee scheduling for in-house drilling crew and subcontractors.
• Complete site visits to constructions sites and assist owners/contractors with geotechnical and CoMET issues.
• Complete site visits to completed structures to investigate and evaluate distress with follow up report identifying repair options.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and ability to obtain PE license in Florida within 3 months.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in geotechnical and CoMET studies.
• Ability to analyze field/laboratory data/information and select optimum foundation option(s) for project.
• Proficient in design of shallow foundations, soil improvements methods, ACIP piles, concrete piles, mini-piles, stone columns, etc.
• Microsoft Office Suite proficient.
• Familiarity with geotechnical design programs
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Comfortable working on construction sites
• Strong teamwork skills
• Valid driver’s license
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of local subsurface conditions
• Experience working out in the field
• MS in geotechnical engineering
  
  

Additional Information

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: 90k to 120k

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.