What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Geotechnical Engineer position at S&ME, Inc.?
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Requisition Number: 2025-1830-01
S&ME is seeking an individual with a passion for Geotechnical Engineering and the design of soil-supported structures. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, come join our Geotechnical team in Lexington, Kentucky as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer and help us provide engineering solutions to our clients.
What You Will Do:
As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will lead geotechnical projects from initiation to completion, ensuring safety, risk mitigation, quality control, and adherence to project schedules. This role involves overseeing geotechnical analysis, design, and implementation while managing project execution and maintaining client relationships. Collaboration with internal and external teams is essential to improving project outcomes and efficiency. You will also have the opportunity to mentor and support the geotechnical team in technical and project management activities.
- Technical Expertise: Conduct geotechnical analyses for shallow and deep foundations, slope stability, and settlement. Provide recommendations for ground improvement, write reports, prepare proposals, and contribute to business development.
- Project Management: Manage project execution, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and project objectives.
- Team Leadership: Guide and support geotechnical staff in analysis, design, reporting, and construction inspections.
- Client Communication: Serve as the primary contact for internal and external clients, ensuring project objectives align with expectations.
- Continuous Improvement: Implement initiatives to enhance project efficiency and apply best practices in geotechnical engineering.
Who You Are:
- You have a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geological, Mining, or Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field
- You have at least 10 years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering
- You have a minimum of 5 years in a Project Manager role
- You have a Professional Engineer (PE) license
- You have the skills to develop and grow business opportunities
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
You are willing and able to perform the physical demands of this position with the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as:
- Working outdoors in varying weather conditions, outside of normal business hours when necessary
- Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs, (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
- Traveling out-of-town (may include overnight) for assignments as necessary
Who We Are:
At S&ME, we've spent over 50 years providing innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials disciplines. Our team of 1,000 employee-owners spans over 10 states, working together to deliver impactful results for our clients. We foster a culture of collaboration, honesty, and dedication, with a focus on making positive contributions to the communities we serve. As employee-owners, we're invested in each other's success and prioritize creating an environment where everyone can thrive, both professionally and personally.
What We Offer:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package with a full suite of options, including well-being programs to support you and your family, as well as the development resources you need to advance in your career. We also believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
- 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401K with Company Matching
- PTO with Rollover
- Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Employee Recognition Program
- Credential Incentive Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work
- $2,000-5,000 Referral Bonuses
- & More!
If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join our team!
This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.
