Geotechnical Department Manager/Principal Consultant

Willmer Engineering, Inc. is a multi-faceted engineering firm specializing in geotechnical, environmental and construction materials testing. We are a client-driven business with a reputation for quality and expertise. We are currently seeking a well-qualified individual with the necessary skills to fill the role of Geotechnical Department Manager/Principal Consultant within the firm. You will be joining growth-minded professionals dedicated to providing solutions to complex geotechnical and environmental challenges. Come and be a part of our energetic Team!

Job Duties:

• Meet department fees & profit goals
• Develop, monitor, manage project budgets and schedules, coordinating staff assignments
• Business Development
• Coordination with clients to define work programs and budgets, including project execution, general oversight and planning, and project coordination
• Experience managing and mentoring junior engineers
• Proven track record of managing budgets on-time
• Experience interfacing with clients
• Experience delivering innovative & cost-effective solutions to clients
• Participates in conducting engineering investigations and planning work by completing well-defined tasks.  These tasks may include collection and analysis of data using established procedures, performance of routine calculations, and participation in evaluating the feasibility of alternate solutions
• Prepares sections of reports working under the close review of chief geotechnical engineers
• Participates on projects involving construction activities by assisting in recordkeeping and in generating progress reports; observes relatively simple construction procedures and collects samples for quality control testing
• Performs data acquisition and analysis, researching the feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions, and/or regulatory agency specifications or regulations
• Prepares material for reports and permit applications, gathering information, writing rough outline, and/or preparing work progression documents and graphic presentations
• Performs engineering calculations
• Performs field observations of construction where appropriate
• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary
• Maintains minimum productivity rate of 85% and seeks out productive work when needed

Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Geotechnical Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration is a must
• Minimum 12-15 years of experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of geotechnical software (slope stability, settlement, deep foundations, finite element modeling, etc.) preferred
• Experience with Department of Transportation work preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite products and engineering programs
• Variety of completed projects demonstrating knowledge across the field of engineering
• Experience on large and small projects

Salary

• Position is full-time
• Salary will be commensurate with experience

Benefits:

• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Life Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability Programs
• 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
• Robust PTO package

Requirements

• Personal car and/or transit arrangements

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment this is the position for you! The firm is seeking an individual ready to take the next step in their career and work in a firm that values their input as a part of the management team and their assistance as our firm expands into other market areas.

Please visit our website for more details

https://www.willmerengineering.com/