Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Company Description

About SOCOTEC:

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects. 

SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

Job Description

SOCOTEC has an opening for a Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Tucson, Arizona.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with marketing and business development.
• Prepare geotechnical proposals, including scope of services and proposed fees.
• Assist in the compilation of RFQ/RFP documentation.
• Respond to technical questions for solicitations during pre-bidding and bidding phases of projects.
• Prepare and manage/oversee geotechnical projects.
• Prepare geotechnical evaluation reports.
• Attend project meetings with project stakeholders as needed.
• Maintain client relationships.
• Work directly with clients to assure successful project completion.
• Mentor junior staff.
• Provide leadership.
• Provide ongoing training to engineering staff.
• Provide direction and review engineering work products prepared by others.
• Keep up to date with the latest geotechnical survey, measurement, and analysis techniques, instrumentation, industry standards, and guidelines.
• Review and sign geotechnical proposals and reports on behalf of the company.

Qualifications

Education

• PE license required.
• B.S. in Civil Engineering required; M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical emphasis preferred.

Required Skills

• Licensed Professional Engineer in Arizona.
• 10+ years of experience in the geotechnical industry performing the duties described above.
• Well-rounded background in geotechnical engineering.
• Strong work ethic.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Track record of successful client relationships and service.
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of geotechnical engineering.
• Experience with construction and earthwork activities.
• Geophysical survey experience is an additional asset.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work and meet deadlines under time pressure.
• Positive attitude.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

Status: Full-time, in office or hybrid with one day remote, if approved by supervisor, per company policy.

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time; in-office

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.