Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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California
Office
R176288
Engineering
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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Geotechical Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to serve as the Sector Construction Management Office Engineer and Technical lead for the construction site(s) and supports the assigned Construction Manager.

In our anticipated role, Parsons will provide Owner Agent Construction Management Services including Program Management, Construction Management, Risk Management, Scheduling, Cost Estimating, Progress Reporting, Construction Quality Assurance, Safety, and other supporting services to achieve program success.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Provides written reports, presentations, and compiles progress data for the project sites.

  • Serves as primary technical and engineering lead for the Sector Construction Management Office involving field engineering and technical issues including:

    • Subsurface condition evaluations and interpretation

    • Earthwork operations, excavation support, and embracement construction

    • Temporary works such as shoring, dewatering, and cofferdams

  • Work with construction contractors and their DOR, any engaged client A-E firms, Parsons SCMO engineering staff, and Parsons reach back SMEs to investigate and make recommendations related to technical and engineering challenges found during construction.

  • Support the development of Scope of Work, Estimates, and Schedule impacts for any field changes leading to modifications.

  • Review and provide comments on contractor submittals.

    Coordinate response and prepare input to and recommendations for written responses to construction contractor or Requests for Information (RFI’s).

  • Attend and participate in various construction meetings such as pre-construction and pre-performance conferences, quality control coordination meetings, progress meetings, or other conferences and meetings held with the construction contractors.

  • Review and comment upon proposed construction techniques, procedures, and methods prepared or proposed by others and provide recommendations for approval or disapproval actions that should be taken.

  • Review and comment on quality control plans, procedures and techniques, and perform technical compliance inspections to ensure compliance with technical specifications and contract.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, or Civil Engineering with Geotechnical emphasis

  • Registration as PE

  • Min 10 years relevant experience in Construction Management projects

  • Must be a US Citizen and able to pass any required federal background checks.

  • Must have a valid driver’s license

  • Clear Written and Verbal Communication Skills

  • Experience with large horizontal and supporting infrastructure projects including

    • Subsurface investigations and soil characterization,

    • Foundations and ground improvement methods.

  • Strong Geotechnical Engineering judgement

  • Past Experience with a Web Based Project Management Information System for Submittals and Quality Assurance reporting (such as USACE RMS, NAVFAC eCMS, Procore, Kahua, and other software solutions)

  • Experience with Design-Build contracts, Design reviews, SOW development, technical specifications and providing technical recommendations.


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Certification as PMP and or CCM

  • Previous relevant experience with large federal agencies (DoD or Other)

  • Previous experience working on relevant large construction projects in remote locations

  • Completion of Construction Quality Management Course (CQM) or other equivalent course within 5 years

  • OSHA Safety Training (30 Hour) or other equivalent course within 5 years

Works primarily from one of the three Sector Construction Management Offices located at San Diego, CA, El Paso, TX, or Edinburg, TX with the ability to occasionally travel to a remote site

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $86,700.00 - $151,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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