What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Practice Leader position at Tetra Tech?
The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is seeking a driven, full-time Engineering Practice Leader based in our Newark, DE operations, with an ability to to drive growth across our Geotechnical, Civil, and Environmental and Construction Inspections and Testing groups.
Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role
The Engineering Practice Leader will serve a lead function in:
Qualifications
15 or more years of relevant experience, including proven experience in special inspections, geotechnical engineering, and materials testing, with a track record of successful project delivery.
Successful demonstration of subject matter expertise and technical leadership, and teamwork skills to support project pursuits and implementation of projects with existing and new clients.
Construction experience and ability to trouble shoot issues in the field.
Knowledge of relevant industry-specific software and tools.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Must able to read and speak English fluently, with outstanding oral and written communication skills.
A strong commitment to safety and quality.
This position requires driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
Degree / Certifications
BS in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering with an emphasis in geotechnical applications is required.
MS In Geotechnical Engineering Preferred, Plus Equivalent Experience.
Registered as a Professional Engineer in Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania.
Physical Demands
Candidate must be able work in the field during all seasons and weather conditions, and able to lift heavy loads (up to 30 pounds).
Work Environment
Able to work in both office and project site settings. Hybrid office/virtual office option available.
Able to work with team members, clients and other professional disciplines.
Must be able to interact successfully with all levels of staff, clients and vendors, ability to work in a collaborative process, ability to plan, organize and implement with successful and timely results.
Life at Tetra Tech
The Perks Of Working At Tetra Tech Include
Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.
About Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
Please no phone calls or agencies.
Additional Information
Tetra Tech is seeking a driven, full-time Engineering Practice Leader based in our Newark, DE operations, with an ability to to drive growth across our Geotechnical, Civil, and Environmental and Construction Inspections and Testing groups.
Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role
The Engineering Practice Leader will serve a lead function in:
- Leading project/program and business development activities;
- Proposal and budget development;
- Strategic planning;
- Building relationships with existing and potential clients, as well as managing client interaction;
- Providing high level consultation to clients;
- Managing staff, provide staff training and project leadership; and
- Managing geotechnical and construction inspection projects.
- Coordination and supervising SPT boring and rock core drilling;
- Subsurface evaluations and preparation of geotechnical subsurface investigation reports;
- Foundation evaluation (e.g., foundation types, bearing capacities, settlement analyses, etc.);
- Slope stability evaluation, flexible and rigid pavements;
- Construction inspection and testing (soil, concrete, masonry, structural steel, spray applied fire proofing, etc.);
- Preparation of field reports, geotechnical field consulting, and evaluation of adverse earthwork conditions;
- Management of geotechnical laboratory and able to conduct laboratory testing; and
- Periodic travel to project sites for meetings, audits, or other activities.
- Oversight of projects and staff supporting hazardous waste site investigation/remedial engineering;
- Water line extension and water/ground treatment treatment system design engineering, construction, and operation.
Qualifications
15 or more years of relevant experience, including proven experience in special inspections, geotechnical engineering, and materials testing, with a track record of successful project delivery.
Successful demonstration of subject matter expertise and technical leadership, and teamwork skills to support project pursuits and implementation of projects with existing and new clients.
Construction experience and ability to trouble shoot issues in the field.
Knowledge of relevant industry-specific software and tools.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Must able to read and speak English fluently, with outstanding oral and written communication skills.
A strong commitment to safety and quality.
This position requires driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
Degree / Certifications
BS in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering with an emphasis in geotechnical applications is required.
MS In Geotechnical Engineering Preferred, Plus Equivalent Experience.
Registered as a Professional Engineer in Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania.
Physical Demands
Candidate must be able work in the field during all seasons and weather conditions, and able to lift heavy loads (up to 30 pounds).
Work Environment
Able to work in both office and project site settings. Hybrid office/virtual office option available.
Able to work with team members, clients and other professional disciplines.
Must be able to interact successfully with all levels of staff, clients and vendors, ability to work in a collaborative process, ability to plan, organize and implement with successful and timely results.
Life at Tetra Tech
The Perks Of Working At Tetra Tech Include
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.
About Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
Please no phone calls or agencies.
Additional Information
- Organization: 103 EMI