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At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts, and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

HDR is seeking a Transportation Geotechnical Lead to support our expanding national geotechnical practice. This is a leadership role that involves planning, organizing, and coordinating the work of entry- and mid-level professionals.

Primary Duties

• Help lead, plan, execute, and complete geotechnical tasks on assigned projects independently and collaboratively with a heavy focus on transportation projects in TN including the Tennessee Department of Transportation
• Review design and construction submittals for geotechnical compliance with applicable codes, design standards, project requirements, and contract documents
• Geotechnical investigations and design activities for mostly transportation-related projects such as roadways, retaining walls, hydraulic structures, bridges, and railroads
• Involvement in communication with both internal and external clients
• Geotechnical technical analyses, preparation of proposals and reports, and coordination with designers and contractors to implement recommendations on plans and in the field
• Engage in supporting the development of the technical scope of works and fee proposals, as well as responses to RFPs related to geotechnical services
• Participate in marking efforts of both internal and external clients
• Help grow and supervise a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed
• Function as a Project Manager on certain projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this position

Core Competencies for a successful candidate

• Must be able to independently make decisions and recommendations that will impact a project's activities and direction
• Be a technical expert, leader, and authority in projects and tasks involving geotechnical engineering.
• Be knowledgeable of today's technical standards, including but not limited to AASHTO LRFD, FHWA, USACE, AREMA, etc.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively with team members and clients and demonstrate expertise in managing several complex tasks simultaneously

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geotechnical engineering or closely related field
• PE or the ability to obtain
• 10 years of experience in the general field of geotechnical engineering
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, MicroStation (PCSTABL, LPILE, and SHAFT), or other software as appropriate
• Ability to independently complete proposal preparation and develop geotechnical data/engineering reports
• Experience with the review of other's work for compliance with project technical requirements as applied to project submittals
• Ability to independently complete and/or coordinate analyses associated with the settlement, slope stability and embankment design, foundation design, seismic analysis, ground modification design, retaining wall design, lateral deep foundation response
• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Successful candidates will have an attitude and commitment to being active participants in our employee-owned culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Participation in related professional societies (ASCE, TSPE) is encouraged
• Proficiency with geotechnical software including gINT, Slope/W, Seep/W, APILE, LPILE, MSEW3.0, GRLWeap, Settle3D (or other settlement software)
• The ability to develop and execute designs using spreadsheets and MATHCAD
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in 1 or more of the following:
  • Deep Foundations
  • Shallow Foundations
  • Retaining Walls
  • Seismic Analysis including Liquefaction and Ground Modification Design
  • Pavement Design and Rehabilitation
  • Lateral Analyses
  • Experience in subsurface investigations
  • Field & laboratory testing and the determination of in-situ material properties
  • Soil compaction and earthwork construction
  • Soil mechanics
  • Dams, levees, and hydraulic structures
  • Foundation inspection and assessment
  • Landslide and slope stability evaluations
  • Bearing capacity and settlement
  • Design and construction of foundations on alluvial soils
  • Design and construction of foundations on karst bedrock geology, foundation inspection, and assessment
  • Erosion protection design
• Project Management experience
• Candidates who reside locally are preferred

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.