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WSP in the U.S. · 3 days ago

Senior Geotechnical/Civil Engineering

Holland, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm seeking a Senior Geotechnical/Civil Engineer for their Lansing or Holland, MI office. The role involves managing projects related to waste industry services, focusing on geotechnical design, civil design, and client interaction.

AssociationBankingE-Commerce

No H1B

Responsibilities

Developing, scoping, and managing small-sized projects

Develop and manage subsurface investigations and laboratory testing programs

Conduct geotechnical engineering analysis including geotechnical investigation programs

Civil layout, grading and/or drainage design

Preparing engineering design reports, drawings, technical specifications, and/or engineer’s estimates

Assist with construction quality assurance projects

Client interaction

Regulatory agency interaction

Training junior staff

Experience with preparing and understanding grading plans and earthworks related construction drawings and construction specifications

Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans

Interpret and summarize data, including reports and documents that result in sound engineering and regulatory conclusions

Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide “trusted advisor” service and future ready solutions for clients

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

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Qualification

Geotechnical engineeringCivil engineering designConstruction quality assuranceMicrosoft Office proficiencyGeotechnical softwareAnalytical skillsCommunicationLeadership abilitiesTeam collaboration

Required

Minimum Bachelors of Science degree in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering

5-7 years of experience in the practice of geotechnical, geological and/or civil engineering design and/or construction

Registration as Engineer-in-Training or recent Professional Engineer license

Experience in some of the following areas of practice (with a willingness to learn the others): construction quality assurance, solid waste/landfill design and construction, geotechnical engineering evaluations, earthworks construction and/or soils testing, preparing permitting documents, preparing and/or reviewing construction documents such as drawings, technical specifications, engineer's estimates, and construction quality assurance plans

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software

Experience using geotechnical engineering software such as Rocscience, GeoStudio or Ensoft suites

Ability to work both independently and within groups

Excellent work history with leadership abilities and a positive attitude

Proficient with making technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations

Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to junior-level team or project members, with strict adherence to quality assurance/quality control

Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and anti-harassment policies

Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements