Senior Geotechnical/Geostructural - Practice Leader

  • Charlottesville
  • Gei Consultants

Description

Your role at GEI.

GEI continues to grow and is seeking a Sr. Geotechnical / Geostructural Engineer – Practice Leader to join our practice in the DC Metropolitan area and the surrounding areas of Virginia and Maryland. Design and construction projects will include foundations, tunnels, dams, excavation support systems, ground improvement, and environmental work.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

  • Support and grow the practice in Washington DC and the surrounding areas of Maryland and Virginia by serving new and existing clients and markets while cross-selling GEI’s core business areas.
  • Help coordinate business development activities within the practice by identifying key clients / business areas, growth strategy, and capture strategy.
  • Lead proposal efforts, maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participate and encourage active participation in professional organizations, and make presentations at client and industry events.
  • Exemplify commitment to technical excellence balanced with client-expectations and satisfaction, and profitable project management. Serve as a technical leader and mentor.
  • Participate in recruiting efforts and the integration and training of new staff.
  • Contribute to strategic planning at the office, regional, and national level.
  • Provide technical leadership and senior level oversight and serve as Engineer of Record.
  • Overnight travel is required; approximately 20 to 30%.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 15+ years of progressive experience in geotechnical / geostructural engineering with experience working in the DC Metropolitan markets and/or Maryland and Virginia.
  • Minimum of M.S. degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
  • Seller-Doer with strong client relationships, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a track record of generating new work and growing a business segment.
  • Diverse technical background including a strong fundamental knowledge of the principles of geotechnical and/or geostructural engineering.
  • Recognized for technical excellence and the development of client-focused, creative and practical solutions.
  • Collegial team builder with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
  • Professional Engineering license required.
  • Willingness and ability to travel to GEI branch offices, and project/client sites as required.
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With nearly 60 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes 
  • Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
  • Pay Range For This Position: $130,000 - $200,000/annually
  • Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
  • Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
  • GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
  • Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
  • Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
  • Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
  • Rewards and Recognition
  • GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
  • Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
  • A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • And More…

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

   

Functional Demands:

    

X

Sedentary

 

Light

 

Medium

Other

 

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row) 

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

  

6-8 hours

 

Standing

0-1 hour

   

Walking

0-1 hour

   

Climbing

   

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

0-10 pounds

   

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

0-10 pounds

   

Carrying objects

0-1 hour

   

Push/pull

   

X

Twisting

0-1 hour

   

Bending

0-1 hour

   

Reaching forward

0-1 hour

   

Reaching overhead

0-1 hour

   

Squat/kneel/crawl

   

X

Wrist position deviation

 

3-5 hours

  

Pinching/fine motor skills

1-2 hours

   

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

  

6-8 hours

 

Taste or smell (taste=never)

0-1 hour

   

Talk or hear

 

6-8 hours

  

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

 

Far Vision

X

 

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

 

X

 

Hearing

 

X

 

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

 

Chemical

 

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

 

Extreme temperatures

 

X

Radiation

 

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

 

X

Extreme noise levels

 

X

Dust/particular matter

 

X

Other (exposure risks):

 

Usual workday hours:

X

8

 

10

 

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.