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The Geotechnical Engineer supports geotechnical elements of projects across our client's systems through different phases of it, including, but not limited to planning, design and construction phases. This role works closely with the  Materials Operation Engineer, our client's Geotechnical Engineer Lead, Other districts DGEs, CEI teams, and project staff to provide timely technical input, support field operations, and help resolve geotechnical issues and emergencies.

The position is focused on practical application of geotechnical engineering in both design and construction environment, contributing to quality assurance, risk reduction, and alignment between design intent, applicable codes and standards, and field execution.

Core Responsibilities

1. Geotechnical Support to Design

• Review geotechnical design submittals (plans, reports, calculations) for compliance with standards
• Provide comments on shop drawings and geotechnical-related design elements to support constructability
• Assist in review of geotechnical scope elements and identify potential risks or gaps early in design
• Support evaluation of cost saving initiatives and alternative technical concepts

2. Construction Support & Field Oversight

• Provide field support during installation of geotechnical elements
• Assist CEI staff with interpretation of plans, specs, and geotechnical requirements
• Participate in or support pre-construction and pre-operation meetings to clarify expectations
• Observe field activities and identify non-conformance or potential issues

3. Testing, Evaluation & Documentation

• Coordinate and review geotechnical testing activities
• Review foundation logs, installation records, and certification packages for completeness and accuracy
• Assist in evaluating test results and supporting recommendations for foundation performance

4. Quality Assurance & Issue Resolution

• Support geotechnical QA efforts through field reviews, documentation checks, and coordination with CEI
• Identify and help resolve geotechnical issues encountered during construction
• Assist in evaluating non-conformance issues and recommending corrective actions
• Provide technical input on geotechnical-related claims or disputes

5. Coordination & Program Support

• Coordinate with geotechnical subconsultants, testing firms, and laboratories
• Interface with client Materials Office, and project stakeholders
• Support consistent communication across design, construction, and materials teams
• Contribute to improving geotechnical processes, documentation, and field practices

Key Outputs 

• Clear, actionable geotechnical review comments
• Evaluated test results with supporting recommendations
• Field observations and QA documentation
• Timely technical input that supports design development and construction progress and reduces risk

Key Outputs (What This Role Produces)

• Clear, actionable geotechnical review comments
• Evaluated test results with supporting recommendations
• Field observations and QA documentation
• Timely technical input that supports design development and construction progress and reduces risk

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