Senior Geotechnical Engineer, Alternate Delivery (Transportation)

Senior Geotechnical Engineer, Alternate Delivery (Transportation)

Terracon has a fantastic opportunity to join our growing Alternate Delivery organization. This group works on our larger transportation projects across the US. The position can be filled anywhere within the US!

In this role, you will provide engineering and consulting services for transportation projects and clients. This may include performing and / or leading field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations; design and development of plans and specifications; observation and inspection; and the writing, preparation, and review of related reports. Review drawings and construction to assure compliance with plans and specifications. Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and recommend changes. Research and resolve design and construction problems. Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports. Apply sound engineering principles and be able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams. Services may be provided for existing or proposed projects in the transportation sector. Project Management and / or technical leadership experience for large scale transportation projects is preferred, with the ability to manage all aspects of a geotechnical engineering project, including project teams, to verify that it is safely completed on time and within scope and budget.

Examples Of The Work Required Include

• Development of Site Characterization reports to include a geotechnical / geological narrative of site conditions along the alignment for purposes of identifying difficult ground conditions and / or project risks.
• Providing geotechnical design recommendations and supporting documentation for earthwork, considering planned cuts / fills, for purposes of estimating construction quantities, assessing potential impacts to existing or planned project improvements and providing design / construction guidance.
• Geotechnical design recommendations and supporting documentation for bridge and wall foundations (shallow and deep).
• Geotechnical analysis to support retaining wall recommendations for individual retaining structures or for groups of retaining structures with the same general conditions (i.e. height, subgrade conditions, geometry, etc.). All analyses should be performed in accordance with code requirements.

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This position has been categorized as a "Remote Only" position. Remote employees do not have a designated workspace at an office and typically work from home or another location.

The national standard salary range for this position is $101,200-$156,900. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final compensation is based on qualifications and experience.

Specific Remote Locations : Chosen applicant can work out of a Terracon office if desired.

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidisciplinary consulting firm comprised of more than 7,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 180 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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