Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in the
Central New Jersey office for the technical execution of field investigations for a large variety of building, energy, transportation and other infrastructure projects for both public and private entities.
What you will be getting:- Small firm feel with a larger firm reputation and resources.
- Direct access to leadership - at GZA you are not just a number!
- Collaboration with a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on a variety of projects differing in size and scope.
- Ownership opportunities and a clear path to Principal.
- Generous, company-subsidized benefits package and paid time off.
- Flexible hybrid work environment.
What you will be doing:- Assisting Senior Project Managers or Principals with executing day to day activities of projects.
- Conducting internal and client communications.
- Coordinating with subcontractors during project execution.
- Preparing proposals and technical reports with Senior Project Manager or Principal guidance.
- Oversight of subsurface geotechnical and geologic investigations in connection with building, infrastructure and other development projects with emphasis on seasonal high-water levels and stormwater management investigations including USDA soil logs.
- Participation in conference calls and site meetings are part of the project team.
- Mentoring and managing GZA staff performing construction oversight and investigations.
- Computer modeling of stormwater infiltration, groundwater mounding, soil and rock slope stability, dewatering flow analyses, and settlement programs.
- Reviewing construction drawings for compliance with project specifications.
- Conducting site compliance inspections.
- GZA emphasizes a One Company environment, and as a member of our team, you may be asked to assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary responsibilities.
What you will be bringing:- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required; Master's degree with Geotechnical Engineering specialization preferred.
- PE/PG strongly preferred.
- At least 5 years of relevant field experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to perform field tasks and activities and communicate remotely as required by the project.
- Established computer skills using MS Office and geotechnical engineering software (experience with programs such as SEEP/W, SLOPE/W, L-pile, DeepEX, Settle 3D or similar).
- Ability to work locally and regionally. Candidate must possess a valid driver's license in good standing and have a consistent means of reliable transportation to/from work.
- 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and environmental investigation or NJDEP soil evaluator experience is a plus.
The base salary for this position may range between $86,000.00 to $125,000.00. The actual base salary and total compensation will depend on many factors, including location, candidate experience, education, professional licensure, and other qualifications.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.
