Retaining Wall Engineer Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Description
Your role at GEI.
GEI is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Project Manager to join our talented and highly motivated geotechnical team supporting the Knoxville, Tennessee office and our growing regional practice. This leadership role offers the opportunity to oversee geotechnical and construction oversight projects in the Knoxville area, throughout the South Region, and, as needed, nationwide.
The successful candidate will provide technical leadership and project management for a wide range of geotechnical engineering and construction oversight assignments. Responsibilities include serving as a trusted technical advisor, cultivating and maintaining strong client relationships, providing subject matter expertise, and supporting multidisciplinary proposal and project teams. The role also includes mentoring and training junior staff and delivering innovative, practical solutions to complex geotechnical challenges.
GEI's Knoxville office and other South Region locations support a diverse portfolio of projects, including geotechnical exploration, landslide assessment, slope stability analysis, geohazard evaluations, building foundation design, retaining wall and MSE wall design, ground improvement, deep foundation design, support-of-excavation systems, and construction quality assurance and testing services.
We are seeking candidates with established experience and market knowledge in Knoxville, Chattanooga, and/or Nashville who demonstrate strong leadership, serve as positive role models, and maintain a client-focused approach. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team and advance your career with a leading national engineering and consulting firm. GEI serves a broad client base, including private-sector clients and public agencies at the local, state, and federal levels throughout the United States and Canada.
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.
• Manages project's performance in the areas of growth, operations, and administration to ensure project achieves company goals.
• Demonstrates leadership qualities that instill confidence from clients, subconsultants/vendors, and employees.
• Plans, organizes, and manages the work at the jobsite location to ensure the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational expectations and requirements.
• Lead proposal efforts, presentations, maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participate and encourage active participation in client-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.
• Grow GEI's geotechnical practice (www.geiconsultants.com) by developing existing and new clients and markets.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related fields required; Master's Degree preferred but not required.
• Professionally Licensed in Tennessee, surrounding states preferred (AL, KY, MS, GA, NC, VA).
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• 10+ years in a project management role and client relationship management role.
• Experience working with State and Federal clients.
• Experience working within the utility industry.
• 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.

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GEI's Total Rewards Package
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 Home Office 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
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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
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