Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Overview

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals : Testing, Inspection & Consulting;

Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology.

With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction / program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide.

We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

The successful candidate should be a registered Civil Engineer in the State of New Mexico or can obtain within 6 months.

Success in this position requires a person who can adapt to a variety of personalities and business conditions and can work within a multidiscipline team.

The person must possess skills in problem solving, critical thinking, and must be steadfast in the execution of assigned duties.

The person needs to be an effective leader and collaborator with an ability to manage a fleet of soil / concrete technicians, ICC Inspectors and laboratory staff.

Responsibilities

• Direct, review and monitor work performed by the materials testing and inspection personnel.
• Geotechnical subsurface evaluations
• Compilation of geotechnical and construction materials laboratory test data
• Geotechnical calculations
• Performance of engineering calculations
• Review field and laboratory reports.
• Review plans and specifications.
• Prepare and / or review materials testing proposals.
• Project Management : Manage projects from inception through completion and have primary responsibility for managing client expectations and ensuring that delivery meets expectations.

Manage projects to meet client expectations for technical excellence, budget and schedule.

• Participate in training and mentoring of staff.
• Conduct annual and interim performance reviews. Monitor and assess progress toward performance goals.
• Certifications : Assures that all accreditations and certifications of the laboratory and staff are maintained and up to date.

Qualifications

Education / Qualifications :

• BS in civil engineering.
• A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work as part of a multi discipline team, think creatively and problem solve.
• Demonstrated experience with reviewing technical specifications and filed / laboratory reports.
• Extensive knowledge of building codes and construction industry standards.
• Experience with AASHTO, and ASTM test methods pertaining to construction materials including HMA, aggregate, soils, steel, masonry and concrete.
• Experience reviewing concrete / asphalt mix designs.
• Experience overseeing materials testing and inspections.
• Thorough understanding of accreditation policies for all relevant agencies including AMRL, CCRL, IAS, etc.
• Proficiency in computer applications including MS Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development / advancement opportunities.