Senior Lead Geotechnical Engineer

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 80,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Lead Geotechnical Engineer for the US Mine Waste Team in Florida.  This individual would be involved in projects with our US Mine Waste Team and be a part of a growing organization that is uniquely positioned to solve our client’s most challenging projects. In this role you will have the opportunity to work as a part of a regional team on challenging mining, heavy civil, and geotechnical projects.  #GlobalMining

Your Impact

• Working within our Mine Waste team on civil and geotechnical engineering projects for the mining industry
• Lead and direct project team on engineering tasks such as:
  • Geotechnical field investigations
  • Site and material characterization
  • Design of tailing storage facilities including grading, storage capacity, and construction quantity evaluations
  • Slope stability, seepage, consolidation, liner system, and deformation analyses to support facility designs
• Surface water management analysis and facility designs
• Preparing technical reports that document field and laboratory investigations, engineering analyses, and facility designs
• Assisting with the preparation of project design packages including technical drawings, specifications, project schedules, and cost estimates
• Working on domestic and international assignments
• Working with and leading multi-disciplinary project teams
• Supporting technical proposals and designing work packages in response to client needs
• Managing the work of entry-level engineers
• Independently manage projects according to client-approved scopes of work and deliver high quality reports on time and within budget subject to senior review and oversight
• Comply with company and client safety guidelines and site-specific procedures
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
• Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.
• 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.

Who You Are
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 15+ years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior civil design experience.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to complete engineering calculations and analyses.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Have relevant experience in conducting and/or managing engineering tasks such as
  • Geotechnical field investigations,
  • Site and material characterization,
  • Design of facilities including grading, storage capacity, and construction quantity evaluations,
  • Slope stability analysis,
  • Seepage modeling,
  • Deformation analyses to support facility designs, and
  • Surface water management analysis
• Familiarity with discipline-specific analysis and design software (i.e., SEEP/W, SLOPE/W, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.).
• Professional Engineering license required or ability to get within one year of joining WSP.
• Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including scoping, and tracking hours and expenses for project work commensurate with years of experience.
• Ability to work both independently and on teams.
• Comfortable working in remote settings
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Ability and willingness to travel.  Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering, or an equivalent field of study
• Professional Engineer License

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