Job Description
Job DescriptionSenior Geotechnical Field EngineerLocation
Cheyenne, WY
Onsite Flexibility
Onsite
Contract Details
- Position Type: Contract
- Contract Duration: 1 year
- Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
About the Company
* Corporation is a global company headquartered in Reston, VA and engaged in the engineering, procurement, and construction of large-scale projects. * helps customers deliver projects of purpose that create a lasting positive legacy. These are projects that create jobs and grow economies; improve the resiliency of the world's infrastructure; connect communities to resources and opportunity; get us closer to net zero; tackle critical environmental challenges; protect people and the planet; and accelerate progress to make the world a cleaner, greener, safer place. Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents.
As a major contractor engaged in design and construction of large-scale projects globally, * has delivered projects in some of the most challenging ground conditions; thus, we are looking for geotechnical engineers seeking challenging projects requiring geotechnical investigation program development and execution, design of complex ground improvement systems, deep foundation design and installation, earthworks construction, advanced finite element modelling for geotechnical analysis, and other geotechnical-related project activities.
We invite qualified engineers looking for opportunities to join our team to help deliver the most challenging projects in the world.
Job Summary
This position is for a Senior Geotechnical Field Engineer to provide full-time field support during earthworks operations at the Cheyenne Power Hub Project site near Cheyenne, WY. The successful candidate will report functionally to the Geotechnical & Hydraulic Engineering Services (G&HES) Group Supervisor or their designee and will report to the project field engineering team for day-to-day direction and coordination. This individual is expected to be able to work independently but will receive technical supervision and functional oversight as needed. The successful candidate will be required to coordinate work tasks with other engineering disciplines, particularly CSA, Construction and ES&H functions and the project management team. The successful candidate must have strong organizational and teamwork skills, proven problem-solving abilities, can-do attitude, and the desire to innovate designs. This role will specifically support the Cheyenne Power Hub Project. The selected candidate will be based at the project site for an anticipated period of one year. The selected candidate may be required to travel to * and client offices as needed.
Key Responsibilities
This role will support the earthworks operations at the project site. Other responsibilities may include development and implementation of geotechnical investigations, origination and review of geotechnical engineering designs and specifications, engineering calculations and preparation and review of geotechnical studies in accordance with applicable procedures, codes, standards, and contract requirements. The work will require tracking scope of work, schedule, and budgets and coordinating with other technical disciplines in a team environment. Specific tasks will include (but not limited to):
- On-site technical supervision of earthworks activities
- Soil and/or rock excavations support
- Implementation of engineering specification and drawing requirements for earthworks, soil excavation support, etc.
- Preparing or checking technical memos, reports, etc.
- Review vendor submittals and integrate information into the design solution
- Execute to schedule requirements while maintaining a high degree of quality in work product
- Coordinate closely with other technical disciplines in planning and executing work as an integrated team
- Development and implementation of geotechnical investigations
- Origination and review of geotechnical engineering designs and specifications
- Engineering calculations and preparation and review of geotechnical studies in accordance with applicable procedures, codes, standards, and contract requirements
- Tracking scope of work, schedule, and budgets and coordinating with other technical disciplines in a team environment
Education Requirements
- M.S. degree in Geotechnical Engineering or other related Engineering discipline from an accredited university or college
Required Experience
- 11 years of progressive related experience in the field
- Advanced knowledge of earthworks with an emphasis in cold weather earth work best practices
- Advanced knowledge of site and subsurface investigation, foundation design and analysis, earthwork designs, soil and/or rock slope stability analysis
- Demonstrable previous experience working on earthworks for a large-scale project
Required Skills
- Proficiency in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
- Knowledge of industry guides, codes, and standards
- Excellent listening, oral and written communication, planning and organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Experience with geotechnical software such as Slope/W, Plaxis, etc., Microsoft office programs, and other common computer programs
Preferred Skills
- Registered Geotechnical Professional Engineer (P.E.) or equivalent
- Related experience in geotechnics applied to earthworks design and construction
- Knowledge of relevant geotechnical software
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
- 401k Retirement Fund
About the Client
Trusted engineering, construction, and project management partner serving Energy, Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Technology, Mining & Metals, and Nuclear, Security & Environmental sectors. From planning to operations, we deliver impactful projects for industry and government, making a lasting difference globally.
About GTT
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
Job Number
26-03990
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We are a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation that highly values diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients and partners are among the most successful and innovative organizations in the world. Our top clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, and financial services firms, some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies, and prestigious educational institutions in the Ivy League tier.
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Awards
SIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Firm: 2023 and 2015
SIA’s Best Staffing Firm to Work for: 2019 -2023
Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Private Company: 2023, 2022, 2016, 2015
Randstad Preferred Supplier: 2020 - 2023
TechServe Alliance Excellence Award. 2019
NH Business Magazines Fast 5 fastest growing companies
Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist: 2015
Company Description
Global Technical Talent is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation (www.Chenega.com) with over 1.3 billion US$ in revenue and 5800 US employees. We provide Total Talent Solutions, Global staffing, SOW, RPO, Direct Sourcing, and Global Payroll with physical offices in US, Canada, and India. GTT Digital headquartered in Toronto specializes in providing high-tech digital and banking talent to some of the nation’s largest financial institutions. As a leader in the staffing industry for over 22 years, we have become one of the largest staffing firms in the New England region, working with Fortune 500 clients and cutting-edge, technology-driven recruiting infrastructure.\r\n\r\nWe are a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation that highly values diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients and partners are among the most successful and innovative organizations in the world. Our top clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, and financial services firms, some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies, and prestigious educational institutions in the Ivy League tier.\r\n \r\nThere is always a new opportunity for success when you look through all of the open job opportunities on our website’s career page. Just click on this link: https://bit.ly/gttcareers \r\n \r\nAwards\r\n\r\nSIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Firm: 2023 and 2015\r\nSIA’s Best Staffing Firm to Work for: 2019 -2023\r\nInc 5000 Fastest Growing Private Company: 2023, 2022, 2016, 2015\r\nRandstad Preferred Supplier: 2020 - 2023\r\nTechServe Alliance Excellence Award. 2019\r\nNH Business Magazines Fast 5 fastest growing companies\r\nErnst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist: 2015