MDA Edge

Assistant Geotechnical Project Manager

McLean, VA, US

4 months ago
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Summary

Summary:
  • We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking an Assistant Geotechnical Project Manager to work with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment.
  • This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing group and company and get involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients.
  • This position entails travel to job sites and working outside of the office setting most of the time conducting site and subsurface characterization for environmental and geotechnical projects and/or monitoring contractor's geotechnical and environmental-related activities during construction.
  • This full-time position will be based out of our McLean, VA or Midlothian, VA offices.

Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Work collaboratively with multi- disciplinary project teams.
  • Work with and support Project Managers on all aspects of the project to address client goals and objectives.
  • Understand client needs and be able to develop strong client relationships.
  • Be capable of managing financial and technical aspects of project tasks.
  • Demonstrate very strong verbal communications and written skills including client deliverables.
  • Assist in project execution to meet technical, quality, budgetary and scheduling requirements.
  • Plan and direct geotechnical field observation and testing programs.
  • Prepare recommendations for various foundation systems, including driven piles, drilled piers, mat foundations, micro- piles, and spread footings.
  • Evaluate seismic hazards including liquefaction.
  • Comply with the Guiding Principles and Code of Behavior articulated in our Company Charter.
  • Comply with company and client Health & Safety protocols.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Master's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering.
  • 5-10 years of professional services consulting experience that includes execution of subsurface investigation programs, evaluation of geotechnical and environmental data, conducting geotechnical analyses, and presentation of technical solutions in a variety of written and oral formats.
  • Professional registration (EIT, PE) required.
  • Experience in directing geotechnical field observation and testing programs.
  • Experience with preparing recommendations for various foundation systems, including driven piles, drilled piers, mat foundations, micro-piles, and spread footings, evaluating seismic hazards including liquefaction.
  • Experience with roadway embankments, bridge foundations, mid-and high- rise buildings; deep excavations, shoring and underpinning, mass grading, dewatering, and ground improvements techniques.
  • Basic skills in quality control, planning, cost estimating, and scheduling.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be proficient at writing technical reports to meet scope and quality objectives and client expectations.
  • Strong computer literacy skills including proficiency in industry standard software.
  • Strong organization skills and exceptional attention to detail is expected.
  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic, flexibility, and willingness to see projects through to completion are a must.

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