NV5 ยท 1 day ago
Engineer - Geotechnical & Construction Materials Testing
Nevada County, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expNV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients. They are looking for an Engineer to manage construction materials testing, special inspections personnel, and geotechnical projects in their Nevada City, California operations.
ConsultingIndustrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Engineering Manager on Public/Private/DSA/HCAI projects
Direct, review and monitor work performed by the materials testing and inspection personnel
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
Maintaining client relationships and creating new project opportunities
Position may require travel to work with other NV5 office locations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Geotechnical Engineering
5 years of relevant experience with construction materials testing
Registered Civil Engineer (PE) in California, or ability to obtain within 6 to 12 months or test cycle
Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, think creatively, and problem solve
Demonstrated experience with reviewing technical specifications and field/laboratory reports
Extensive knowledge of building codes and construction industry standards
Experience with Caltrans, AASHTO, and ASTM test methods about 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 Caltrans, DSA, AMRL, CCRL, HCAI, etc
Proficiency in computer applications, including MS Office
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Must have a valid driver's license and an insurable driving record
Preferred
Experience with CA Division of State Architect (DSA) HCAI, and/or Caltrans Projects
DSA and OSHPD experience is preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Life insurance
PTO
401(k)
Professional development/advancement opportunities
Company
NV5
NV5 is a provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions for public and private sector clients supporting infrastructure, utility, and building assets and systems.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-05-15Acquired
2013-03-26IPO
Leadership Team
Noreen Clindinning
Chief Operating Officer Environmental Health Services
Carl Henderson, PhD, PE, GE
Chief Diversity Officer / SoCal Construction Quality Assurance Group Director
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