Langan Engineering & Environmental Services · 2 months ago
Geotechnical Practice Leader - Earthquake Engineering
Seattle, WA, US, 98101
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$112K/yr - $171K/yr
10+ years expLangan Engineering & Environmental Services is seeking a Geotechnical Practice Leader - Earthquake Engineering to join its collaborative team in Seattle, WA. This role involves serving as a subject matter expert in Earthquake Engineering, managing client interactions, developing business, providing staff training, and leading projects to create safer, more resilient structures that can withstand seismic events.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Development of new business through industry and network connections in the seismicengineering market
Involvement in professional organizations within field of expertise
Development of repeat business from existing clients through delivering excellent client services
Mentorship, coaching, and review of work for staff on development of site-specific ground motions
Performance and of multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines
Preparation of technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and geotechnical recommendations, working experience with ground motions subspecialty and experience in development of site-specific ground motions
Preparation of proposals, coordinating projects, managing clients and managing billings
Performance of other duties as requested
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
Professional Engineer licensure
Ability to obtain Geotechnical Engineer licensure
10+ years related geotechnical experience with ground motions subspecialty and experience in development of site-specific ground motions
Experience in the development of site-specific ground motions for performance-based design (PBD) both ergodic and non-ergodic
Experience in Peer review process associated with PBD
Experience in geologic and seismic hazard evaluation
Prior experience with geotechnical investigations and services during construction
Office experience with investigation and field work coordination, geotechnical reports, and specification writing
Prior field experience in: earthwork, shallow and deep foundation construction, load testing, ground improvements, retaining wall design and construction, and excavation support system design and inspection
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities
Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment
Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver's license in good standing
Preferred
PhD in Geotechnical Engineering
Desired software knowledge: gINT, Slide/SLOPE/W, PLAXIS, LPILE, GROUP, GRLWEAP, MSEW, SHAKE, DEEPSOIL, EZFRISK, OPENQUAKE, OPENSHA, NSHMP
Benefits
Full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Paid pregnancy disability leave
401(k)/Roth with company match
Paid time off including parental and military leave
Employee referral and professional license bonuses
Educational reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Flexible work schedules
Extensive training
Wellness programs
Buddy and mentoring programs
Company
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services
Langan's client-focused, highly entrepreneurial culture cultivates an environment of opportunities.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$15.21MKey Investors
TowerBrook Capital Partners
2025-04-15Undisclosed· $4.49M
2023-10-26Private Equity· $10.73M
Leadership Team
Bernard F. Langan
Founder
Sam Ishak
Chief Information Officer
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