Sr. Geotechnical Engineer Geotech Department Manager

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Job Opportunity: Join Our Geotech Team in Columbus, OH

We are looking for a PE-credentialed Sr. Geotechnical Engineer who will be a key member and Department Lead of the Geotech Team in performing geotechnical explorations and investigations for our clients. You'll leverage your extensive expertise and creative problem-solving skills while collaborating closely with institutions/municipal agencies, Architects, Engineers, Developers, and project teams to deliver customized geotechnical studies, reports, and solutions. From initial concept development to final execution, this role will guide projects through every stage of the land profile evaluation process, ensuring seamless integration and optimal results.

If you are passionate about staying ahead of industry trends, enjoy problem-solving, and have a creative approach to the geotechnical field, we want to hear from you! This is more than a job posting... it's an invitation to bring your expertise to a company where innovation and passion converge seamlessly.

Highlights:

• Interesting projects ranging from infrastructure, industrial, commercial, and "one-off"/unique engineering.
• Typically, the projects are primarily focused on DOT-related (roadway) and airport/runway.
• Projects are typically located within a 60-90 mile radius of the company office - but extensive travel is uncommon and no/very rare overnight travel is the norm.
• A company vehicle can be provided or reimbursement for personal vehicle use.
• The role will be based out of our Brunswick office (southern Cleveland) or Akron office, depending on the candidate's preference/location.

Responsibilities:

• Performing geotechnical explorations, site characterizations, slope stability assessments, and risk evaluation on developments.
• Training and supervision of lab technicians, maintenance of quality reviews and certifications, management of equipment inventory and calibration, client marketing and proposal preparation.
• Training and development of lesser-experienced Engineers (EIs and new PEs).
• Overseeing the northern OH region (operations, P & L, scheduling, oversight) and serving in both a personal production, and management, capacity.
• Tracking project progress in both timeline and budget/profit-loss capacities.
• Assisting Marketing with the technical aspects in generating proposals.
• Overseeing quality of work submitted (QA/QC).
• Providing direction on a project to project basis - i.e. preparing lab testing assignments, reviewing documents, and testing results for content and accuracy.
• Preparing geotechnical engineering reports.
• Interacting with clients on technical aspects of the projects.
• Reviewing soils laboratory test results.
• Assisting in planning and the execution of subsurface investigation programs - including the understanding of project design plans, locating test borings at project sites, coordinating underground utility clearance.
• Design development and analysis of earth embankments, earth retaining structures and anchoring systems.
• Performing analysis and design of shallow and deep foundations and slope stability evaluations.
• Monitoring and enforcing quality control standards and specifications.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to read design drawings.
• Ability to meet schedules.
• Experience with common geotechnical software or be able to utilize software with minimal training.
• Self-motivated, reliable, quality minded, and detail oriented.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 12 years of experience in consulting engineering on various civil projects.
• P.E. credentialing is required.

Education:

• BS Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Master's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology is a plus, but not required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be willing to travel, and be physically able to maneuver on open terrain.

Join us in Columbus, OH, a vibrant city that offers a great quality of life, rich cultural experiences, and a thriving professional community. Be part of a team where your skills and expertise will make a significant impact.

Benefits
PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.


Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.


Americans Disabilities Act (ADA)
The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.


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