Project Geotechnical Engineer
Description
Your role at GEI.
GEI is seeking a Project Geotechnical Engineer to join our talented and highly motivated geotechnical team supporting the Florida region and our growing practice in West Palm Beach. This role offers the opportunity to work on geotechnical, geostructural, and construction oversight projects in Florida, throughout GEI’s South Region, and, when needed, nationwide.
The successful candidate will work alongside senior leadership to advance project development, drive technical excellence, and lead project management efforts. You’ll serve as a trusted technical resource, build and strengthen client relationships, contribute technical expertise on projects, and play a key role in shaping winning multidisciplinary proposals and contributing to diverse project teams.
GEI’s West Palm Beach office and other South Region locations support a broad portfolio of geotechnical engineering services and project types across a variety of challenging geologic environments. Our geotechnical project capabilities include:
We look forward to welcoming a candidate who is eager to grow their career at GEI while contributing to the continued success of our geotechnical practice.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
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 several 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. See all our office locations here.
Employee-owned. Employee-focused.
As an 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. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.
GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Functional Demands
Sedentary
X
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
X
Standing
X
Walking
X
Climbing
X
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
X
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
X
Carrying objects
X
Push/pull
X
Twisting
X
Bending
X
Reaching forward
X
Reaching overhead
X
Squat/kneel/crawl
X
Wrist position deviation
X
Pinching/fine motor skills
X
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
X
Taste or smell (taste=never)
X
Talk or hear
X
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
Near Vision
X
Far Vision
X
Yes
No
Not Applicable
Color Discrimination
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/particulate matter
X
Other (exposure Risks)
Usual workday hours:
8
X
10
12
Other work hours
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.
Your role at GEI.
GEI is seeking a Project Geotechnical Engineer to join our talented and highly motivated geotechnical team supporting the Florida region and our growing practice in West Palm Beach. This role offers the opportunity to work on geotechnical, geostructural, and construction oversight projects in Florida, throughout GEI’s South Region, and, when needed, nationwide.
The successful candidate will work alongside senior leadership to advance project development, drive technical excellence, and lead project management efforts. You’ll serve as a trusted technical resource, build and strengthen client relationships, contribute technical expertise on projects, and play a key role in shaping winning multidisciplinary proposals and contributing to diverse project teams.
GEI’s West Palm Beach office and other South Region locations support a broad portfolio of geotechnical engineering services and project types across a variety of challenging geologic environments. Our geotechnical project capabilities include:
- Subsurface exploration and site characterization
- Geophysical site investigations
- Building and bridge foundation design and value engineering services
- Retaining wall and bulkhead wall design
- MSE wall design
- Ground improvement analysis and design
- Design of support‑of‑excavation systems
- Landslide and levee assessment
- Slope stability analysis
- Geohazard evaluations
- Instrumentation and monitoring
- Construction quality assurance and related non-destructive evaluation and testing services
We look forward to welcoming a candidate who is eager to grow their career at GEI while contributing to the continued success of our geotechnical practice.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
- Exemplify commitment to technical excellence to meet client expectations and achieve client satisfaction, and profitable project execution. Serve as a technical leader, project manager, and mentor.
- Manage project performance in the areas of growth, operations, and administration to ensure project achieves company goals.
- Demonstrate leadership qualities that instill confidence with clients, subconsultants/vendors, and employees.
- Plan, organize, and manage the work at the job site location to ensure the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational expectations and requirements.
- Support proposal efforts and presentations; maintain visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact and excellent client service; engage with client- and industry-based professional organizations; and make presentations at industry events.
- Provide guidance to team members and monitors their performance, discipline, and attendance as defined by GEI policies and procedures.
- Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary project teams and nationwide company offices at client/project locations.
- Help to grow GEI’s geotechnical practice (www.geiconsultants.com) by providing excellent service to existing clients (both internal and external) and helping to develop new clients through industry associations and events.
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related fields required; a master’s degree is preferred but not required.
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Florida. Licensure in additional states is a plus (e.g., TX, GA, AL, MS, SC, NC, VA).
- Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
- 8+ years of industry experience, including project and client management roles.
- Experience working with State and Federal clients, as well as commercial clients/owners and contractors.
- Sound technical understanding of Florida’s unique geology, geotechnical challenges, and local industry state of the practice. Experience working with vibration monitoring and structure movement monitoring systems a plus.
- Willingness and ability to travel to GEI branch offices and client sites as required.
- Ability to build client relationships and cross-sell services to existing clients.
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 several 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. See all our office locations here.
Employee-owned. Employee-focused.
As an 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. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.
GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes
- Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- 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
Sedentary
X
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
X
Standing
X
Walking
X
Climbing
X
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
X
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
X
Carrying objects
X
Push/pull
X
Twisting
X
Bending
X
Reaching forward
X
Reaching overhead
X
Squat/kneel/crawl
X
Wrist position deviation
X
Pinching/fine motor skills
X
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
X
Taste or smell (taste=never)
X
Talk or hear
X
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
Near Vision
X
Far Vision
X
Yes
No
Not Applicable
Color Discrimination
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/particulate matter
X
Other (exposure Risks)
Usual workday hours:
8
X
10
12
Other work hours
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.