Gannett Fleming
What You Will Do:
GFT
is seeking a
Project Geotechnical Engineer
to join our Dams & Hydraulics team in Texas. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at Houston, Austin, San Antonio, El Paso, McAllen, Fort Worth, Dallas, or anywhere else in Texas. This can be a REMOTE opportunity depending on location.
Overview GFT's Geotechnical Dams & Hydraulics Team
Our specialists have in-depth knowledge to excel on the most challenging geotechnical assignments. We provide innovative solutions for foundations; underground construction; earth structures, including dams and levees; groundwater resources; and marginal building sites. Our geotechnical engineers and geologists also specialize in landslides, sinkholes, mine subsidence, seepage, expansive soils, and seismic activity. We have completed more than 1,000 subsurface and geophysical projects across the U.S. – from small‑scale projects to large, complex dams, highways, bridges, and underground structures.
What You’ll Be Challenged To Do: This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Geotechnical Engineer to provide technical input and oversight on large, complex projects.
Expertise is required in dam and levee safety; foundation design; seismic evaluation, including determination of design ground motions and evaluation of liquefaction and associated hazards; evaluation of slope stability; and development of recommendations for linear infrastructure projects. This position also includes general geotechnical engineering on hydropower facilities including penstocks, diversion dams, pipelines, headworks, gate structures canals, flumes, levees, and siphons. Geotechnical analysis for remediation of landslides and geologic hazards is also required.
Responsibilities
Plans and determines scope, resources, schedule, and budget requirements for major and/or complex projects
Independently designs and/or leads the charge to complete major projects
Assists in leading major or multiple large projects with multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors and/or subconsultants
Independently applies extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to evaluate, select, and apply techniques, procedures, and analyses
Performs construction support services, including assisting client with bid activities, performing construction observation, interacting and coordinating with contractors/inspectors/agencies, managing field changes, and closing out projects
Reviews completed project documents for conformity and quality assurance
Conducts business development to build a book of business, generates leads, pursues new opportunities, and develops new markets/clients
Works with multidisciplinary teams for project pursuit and capture
Builds and maintains client relationships, works to identify and understand client needs, and manages client expectations. Assists clients with risk evaluation and asset management
Develops new techniques and/or improved processes
Assists in project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments
Represents the organization in communications and conferences pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments
Assigns tasks to and directs junior consultants and technicians
Assists senior management in implementing business programs, and may manage organizational programs under the direction of senior management
Education | Experience What you will bring to our firm:
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university
4 or more years of increasing responsibility and experience in geotechnical engineering
Experience in project management on multidisciplinary teams, and business and client development
Professional Engineering license in Texas
Knowledge of GDH practices as applied to foundation design, seismic hazard evaluation including determination of design ground motions and evaluation of liquefaction and associated hazards, and slope stability and seepage analysis
Proficient in the review and preparation of reports, plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&PE)
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Office, and similar computer programs
Knowledge of specialized computer analysis programs (e.g., FLAC, GeoStudio, Mathcad, etc.)
What we prefer you bring:
Master of Science Degree preferred
Geotechnical Engineering license in California
Knowledge of landslide stabilization
Compensation The salary range for this role is $100,000 – $140,000. Salary is dependent on experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits
Hybrid (in‑person and remote) work environment
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan
Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
Incentive compensation for eligible positions
Company Overview At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or characteristics protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.
Location Houston, Austin, San Antonio, El Paso, McAllen, Fort Worth, Dallas, TX
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full‑Time
Salary Range: $100,000 – $140,000
Salary dependent on experience and geographic location
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
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is seeking a
Project Geotechnical Engineer
to join our Dams & Hydraulics team in Texas. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at Houston, Austin, San Antonio, El Paso, McAllen, Fort Worth, Dallas, or anywhere else in Texas. This can be a REMOTE opportunity depending on location.
Overview GFT's Geotechnical Dams & Hydraulics Team
Our specialists have in-depth knowledge to excel on the most challenging geotechnical assignments. We provide innovative solutions for foundations; underground construction; earth structures, including dams and levees; groundwater resources; and marginal building sites. Our geotechnical engineers and geologists also specialize in landslides, sinkholes, mine subsidence, seepage, expansive soils, and seismic activity. We have completed more than 1,000 subsurface and geophysical projects across the U.S. – from small‑scale projects to large, complex dams, highways, bridges, and underground structures.
What You’ll Be Challenged To Do: This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Geotechnical Engineer to provide technical input and oversight on large, complex projects.
Expertise is required in dam and levee safety; foundation design; seismic evaluation, including determination of design ground motions and evaluation of liquefaction and associated hazards; evaluation of slope stability; and development of recommendations for linear infrastructure projects. This position also includes general geotechnical engineering on hydropower facilities including penstocks, diversion dams, pipelines, headworks, gate structures canals, flumes, levees, and siphons. Geotechnical analysis for remediation of landslides and geologic hazards is also required.
Responsibilities
Plans and determines scope, resources, schedule, and budget requirements for major and/or complex projects
Independently designs and/or leads the charge to complete major projects
Assists in leading major or multiple large projects with multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors and/or subconsultants
Independently applies extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to evaluate, select, and apply techniques, procedures, and analyses
Performs construction support services, including assisting client with bid activities, performing construction observation, interacting and coordinating with contractors/inspectors/agencies, managing field changes, and closing out projects
Reviews completed project documents for conformity and quality assurance
Conducts business development to build a book of business, generates leads, pursues new opportunities, and develops new markets/clients
Works with multidisciplinary teams for project pursuit and capture
Builds and maintains client relationships, works to identify and understand client needs, and manages client expectations. Assists clients with risk evaluation and asset management
Develops new techniques and/or improved processes
Assists in project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments
Represents the organization in communications and conferences pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments
Assigns tasks to and directs junior consultants and technicians
Assists senior management in implementing business programs, and may manage organizational programs under the direction of senior management
Education | Experience What you will bring to our firm:
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university
4 or more years of increasing responsibility and experience in geotechnical engineering
Experience in project management on multidisciplinary teams, and business and client development
Professional Engineering license in Texas
Knowledge of GDH practices as applied to foundation design, seismic hazard evaluation including determination of design ground motions and evaluation of liquefaction and associated hazards, and slope stability and seepage analysis
Proficient in the review and preparation of reports, plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&PE)
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Office, and similar computer programs
Knowledge of specialized computer analysis programs (e.g., FLAC, GeoStudio, Mathcad, etc.)
What we prefer you bring:
Master of Science Degree preferred
Geotechnical Engineering license in California
Knowledge of landslide stabilization
Compensation The salary range for this role is $100,000 – $140,000. Salary is dependent on experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits
Hybrid (in‑person and remote) work environment
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan
Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
Incentive compensation for eligible positions
Company Overview At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or characteristics protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.
Location Houston, Austin, San Antonio, El Paso, McAllen, Fort Worth, Dallas, TX
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full‑Time
Salary Range: $100,000 – $140,000
Salary dependent on experience and geographic location
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
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