WSP in the U.S.
Job Description
WSP is currently initiating a search for a
Geotechnical Engineering Lead
for our
Geotechnical and Tunneling Team ! This position can sit out of the following WSP offices: North Providence, RI Glastonbury, CT Worcester, MA Merrimack, NH Other WSP offices throughout New England can be considered. Job Duties Perform geotechnical engineering design and analyses for bridges, buildings, tunnels, underground structures, and retaining walls under minimal supervision of senior engineers. Prepare/draft geotechnical memoranda, data reports, and design reports. Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations that explain research, concepts, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or opportunities. Collaborate with other disciplines and project partners. Assist to develop and coordinate geotechnical work in New England and other areas. Involved from project inception to completion in the management of design and construction of infrastructure projects, including rehabilitation and reconstruction, grading, drainage, laying out installations, foundations, slopes, retaining structures, embankments, and other systems that are made or supported by soil or rock. Develop and incorporate advanced technologies, monitoring devices, building materials, modeling techniques, design requirements, and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, transportation systems, structures, and the implementation of future-ready solutions with geotechnical engineering design standards. Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams of engineers, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on mid-level and/or multiple concurrent projects, including budgets, tracking hours and expenses, task completion, cost and quantities of materials/equipment/labor, technical calculations, permit applications, construction, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos. Coordinate, review, and approve infrastructure design plans, ensuring data integrity and work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations. Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, cross-sections, and other illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of more complex data, findings, or analyses. Remain current in the latest geotechnical engineering techniques and practices. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a concentration in Geotechnical or Tunneling Engineering, or a closely-related field. 7 to 10 years of relevant experience. Extensive knowledge of geotechnical engineering and working knowledge of related disciplines (Structures, Civil, and/or Environmental). Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GeoSlope, Plaxis, Settle, LPILE, GROUP, GRLWEAP, SEEP/W, RockSciences Software, etc.), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and other tools. Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in the work environment. Ability and willingness to travel and perform field work. Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, computations, statistical analysis, and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution. Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Geotechnical or Tunneling Engineering. 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120). Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired. A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations. Job Info
Job Identification 65151 Locations: 6 Research Drive, Shelton, CT, 06484, US; 1223 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI, 02904, US; 100 Summer Street, Boston, MA, 02110, US; 10 Al Paul Lane, Merrimack, NH, 03054, US; 500 Winding Brook Drive, Glastonbury, CT, 06033, US; 100 North Parkway, Worcester, MA, 01605, US. Posting Date: 01/22/2025, 04:33 PM About Us
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions
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WSP is currently initiating a search for a
Geotechnical Engineering Lead
for our
Geotechnical and Tunneling Team ! This position can sit out of the following WSP offices: North Providence, RI Glastonbury, CT Worcester, MA Merrimack, NH Other WSP offices throughout New England can be considered. Job Duties Perform geotechnical engineering design and analyses for bridges, buildings, tunnels, underground structures, and retaining walls under minimal supervision of senior engineers. Prepare/draft geotechnical memoranda, data reports, and design reports. Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations that explain research, concepts, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or opportunities. Collaborate with other disciplines and project partners. Assist to develop and coordinate geotechnical work in New England and other areas. Involved from project inception to completion in the management of design and construction of infrastructure projects, including rehabilitation and reconstruction, grading, drainage, laying out installations, foundations, slopes, retaining structures, embankments, and other systems that are made or supported by soil or rock. Develop and incorporate advanced technologies, monitoring devices, building materials, modeling techniques, design requirements, and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, transportation systems, structures, and the implementation of future-ready solutions with geotechnical engineering design standards. Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams of engineers, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on mid-level and/or multiple concurrent projects, including budgets, tracking hours and expenses, task completion, cost and quantities of materials/equipment/labor, technical calculations, permit applications, construction, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos. Coordinate, review, and approve infrastructure design plans, ensuring data integrity and work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations. Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, cross-sections, and other illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of more complex data, findings, or analyses. Remain current in the latest geotechnical engineering techniques and practices. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a concentration in Geotechnical or Tunneling Engineering, or a closely-related field. 7 to 10 years of relevant experience. Extensive knowledge of geotechnical engineering and working knowledge of related disciplines (Structures, Civil, and/or Environmental). Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GeoSlope, Plaxis, Settle, LPILE, GROUP, GRLWEAP, SEEP/W, RockSciences Software, etc.), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and other tools. Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in the work environment. Ability and willingness to travel and perform field work. Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, computations, statistical analysis, and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution. Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Geotechnical or Tunneling Engineering. 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120). Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired. A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations. Job Info
Job Identification 65151 Locations: 6 Research Drive, Shelton, CT, 06484, US; 1223 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI, 02904, US; 100 Summer Street, Boston, MA, 02110, US; 10 Al Paul Lane, Merrimack, NH, 03054, US; 500 Winding Brook Drive, Glastonbury, CT, 06033, US; 100 North Parkway, Worcester, MA, 01605, US. Posting Date: 01/22/2025, 04:33 PM About Us
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions
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