Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) · 6 days ago
Project Director - Geotechnical/Geostructural Engineering (Waltham, MA)
Waltham, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$158K/yr - $208K/yr
15+ years expSimpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for their clients’ complex challenges. The Director position will lead engineering investigations, analyses, and design related to geotechnical and geostructural engineering services.
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Responsibilities
Leading and directing engineering investigations, analyses, and design of structures that include deep and shallow foundations, ground improvement systems, earth retaining structures, excavation support systems, and adjacent construction
Performing analyses related to soil settlement, slope stability, soil dynamics, and groundwater flow and seepage
Evaluating earthen embankments/dams/reservoirs, tunnels, and asphalt and concrete pavements
Performing analyses and forensic evaluations of failed or degraded structures
Supporting construction operations for contractors, including new construction, rehabilitation, strengthening, and repair
Analyzing claims in design-build projects
Preparing proposals, including scopes, objectives, budgets, and personnel requirements
Planning and executing work on large and complex projects in consultation with the Principal-in-Charge
Conducting assignments requiring minimal guidance on the approach to solving unusual problems. Planning and directing engineering projects that involve unique or controversial problems
Managing challenging major projects or multiple projects independently with only final approvals of technical work by the Principal-in-Charge
Providing all pertinent supervisory work, evaluating results, and preparing reports with minimal assistance
Mentoring one or more Delegating tasks using a coaching relationship for supervising the technical work and supporting ongoing staff development and growth
Leveraging staff by creating assignments that offer growth opportunities
Actively leading internal technical training and development for staff
Maintaining direct client contact and relationship management, including pursuit of new clients
Representing SGH in project-related and professional meetings and conferences as a competent substitute for the Principal-In-Charge and on behalf of SGH
Supporting the work of others at SGH in your area of expertise and contributing to their success
Writing significantly complex letters, major formal reports, letter reports, specifications, and proposals with minimal supervisor guidance. Reviewing work of these types by others
Leading technical and/or project discussions with clients and external project teams
Assisting Principals in procuring repeat work from existing clients through effective service and attention to clients’ needs
Participating in the SGH shareholder program to extent consistent with position
Qualification
Required
15+ years of relevant geotechnical or geostructural engineering experience and expertise in a relevant
Professional Licensure required
MS or PhD with a concentration in Geotechnical or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
Demonstrated excellent technical, professional capabilities, and experience with complex geotechnical or geostructural design and analysis
Excellent technical reputation within your area of expertise
Demonstrated record of independently managing and directing challenging major projects
Demonstrated ability to leverage yourself and manage monthly volume of $100k or annual volume of $500k, including multiple staff
Prominent involvement within academia or an industry organization such as AASHTO, ASCE GeoInstitute, Deep Foundations Institute, or other active geotechnical organization, including working on committees, making presentations, authoring articles, or other active participation
High ethical standards and honesty; able and willing to represent SGH well
Ability to work well with others within and across disciplines, including resolving differences of opinion and conflict in an appropriate and tactful manner
High level of oral communication skills, with polished presentations and effective communication
Commitment to assignments, co-workers, high quality, and safety standards
Demonstrated business acumen and sound business judgement
Ability to integrate the work of several technical experts into an effective solution
Expertise in computer analysis software (e.g., GEOSLOPE Suite, Slide, Plaxis, LPILEplus, CIVILTech Shoring, DeepEX, Settle3D, etc.)
Willingness to travel to out-of-state project sites on occasion and ability to travel to remote job sites not accessible by public transportation
Valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle
Benefits
Paid Time Off (Vacation time, Sick leave, Holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan with a discretionary company contribution
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Short and Long-Term Disability (company paid)
Employee Basic Life and AD&D insurance (company paid)
Optional Life Insurance
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Fertility, Family Forming, and Hormonal Health benefit
Employee Assistance Program
Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
AFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance
Legal & Identity Theft plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH)
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients’ most complex challenges.
501-1000 employees
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