Senior Geotechnical Engineer-Dallas/Fort Worth, TX

Certerra is a nationally recognized provider of engineering, testing, inspection, and certification services supporting innovation, quality assurance, and resilient infrastructure. With over 1,800 professionals nationwide, we combine technical expertise with practical field knowledge to ensure the communities we serve are built to last. We are seeking a seasoned geotechnical professional to join our growing team in Dallas/Fort Worth, TX. As we continue to expand in the region, we are looking for a Senior or Principal level Geotechnical Engineer to play a key role in supporting and leading our efforts. Our current backlog includes several large, landmark multi-year projects , offering long-term stability and the opportunity to be deeply involved in meaningful, high-impact work. If you’re looking for a company that invests in your growth and gives you exposure to meaningful, high-impact projects, we want to talk to you. Duties This position is responsible for evaluating subsurface conditions and providing geotechnical engineering support for a variety of construction and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will analyze soil, rock, and groundwater conditions to support the design of foundations, earthworks, and other geotechnical systems that ensure the stability and safety of structures. Project Leadership: Lead geotechnical projects from proposal through completion, managing scope, budget, schedule, and staff while ensuring high-quality deliverables. Technical Expertise: Plan and direct subsurface investigations and perform advanced analyses for foundations, slopes, retaining systems, and earthwork, applying sound engineering judgment. Engineering Oversight: Lead preparation and review of geotechnical reports and calculations, serving as Engineer of Record. Construction & Collaboration: Provide support during construction and work closely with internal teams, clients, and contractors to ensure successful project execution. Business & Team Development: Prepare proposals, build client relationships, mentor staff, and contribute to office operations and growth in the Houston market. Education/Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (geotechnical emphasis) or Geotechnical Engineering. 7+ years of geotechnical engineering experience, including subsurface investigations, analysis, and report preparation. Professional Engineer (PE) license in the U.S. required . Strong technical expertise with geotechnical analysis methods, software, and sound engineering judgment. Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across disciplines and engage with clients, contractors, and project teams. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This Company is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal opportunity employment laws. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated based on their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. There will be no discrimination based on race, sex, national origin, religion, age 40 and over, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification which may be protected by federal, state, or local laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we specifically offer equal opportunity for all employees or job applicants who may have a physical or mental disability. Such people will be hired based on their ability to perform the essential functions of the job in question. Likewise, their work will be evaluated on their performance of these essential functions. We will offer reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, to the extent that Company resources allow without undue hardship. As part of our equal employment policy, there will be no wage differentials based on gender, between men and women employed in the same establishment, on jobs that require equal skill, effort, and responsibility, and which are performed under similar working conditions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Certerra