Geotechnical Staff Professional
Geotechnical Staff Professional
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Job Description
Overview:
UES is a privately held rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering construction materials testing building code compliance threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3800 professionals across 80 branches in high growth markets in the U.S. UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial residential and education.
Experienced and proven UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients as well as publicprivate partnerships and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers geologists certified inspectors scientists and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence approaching each project with the knowledge that precision professionalism and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships.
As UES continues to grow its critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety Teamwork Responsiveness Integrity Value and Excellence.
As a Geotechnical Staff Professional you will perform both field and technical assignments under the coaching of midtosenior level geotechnical engineers.
You will have the opportunity to perform a variety of tasks which will assist you to further develop your knowledge and abilities in the Geotechnical field. Typical duties and responsibilities may include but are not be limited to analysis of work according to standard geotechnical procedures on simple projects or on parts of more complex projects; as well as performing and/or reviewing data for accuracy. As a Geotechnical Field Professional you will also assist with writing reports on routine projects with senior review of Geotechnical Project Managers PEs and other senior professionals.
Job Responsibilities:
- Initially trains under higherlevel engineers/geologists and project coordinators until able to perform engineering and materials testing tasks without assistance and supervision
- Prepares cost estimates and schedules subsurface investigations
- Serves as onsite project representative interacting with clients and team members to complete assigned projects on time and within budget
- Develops manages and performs field work for geotechnical and geological studies in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Manages/directs drilling and sampling activities including logging boring holes
- Adheres to established safety procedures
- Assigns and tracks progress of lab testing
- Inputs field and lab data into computer programs
- Performs critical review of laboratory test results in preparation for design recommendations
- Analyzes geotechnical findings performs appropriate design calculations and prepares draft reports under the direction of a Senior Engineer/Geologist
- Assists in the preparation and modification of reports by others
- Promptly notifies supervisor project manager(s) of problems or changes that arise on projects
- Answers calls from supervisor project manager(s) as soon as can reasonably be expected and if unable to answer immediately returns calls at first opportunity
- Once trained and operating independently completes tasks and submits completed paperwork within appropriate time frame
- Performs other tasks as necessary. This includes being versatile and support not only the geotechnical investigation side of operations but will obtain a certain amount of proficiency in commercial material testing to provide support as necessary
Required Qualifications:
- B.S. in Civil Engineering/Geology or related field M.S. in geotechnical engineering a plus
- E.I.T./G.I.T. registration or ability to obtain; P.E./R.G. a plus
- Familiarity with the principles of soil mechanics foundation design and slope stability
- Should possess a working knowledge of computerbased operating systems (Word Excel Outlook Access) CADand the ability to learn other engineeringrelated programs such as GINT GeoSlope Rock Pac III CRSP
Additional Requirements:
- Current drivers license without restrictions (Acceptable 39month driving record)
- Must be able to define problems collect data establish facts draw conclusions and apply mathematical concepts to practical situations
- Must be fluent in English
- Written Handwriting must be legible; must be able to compose correspondence and prepare detailed reports of work activities completely and accurately
- Must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from coworkers and clients
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
- Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments extreme cold and/or heat dusty and noisy work environments
- Field work on outside construction sites involving longterm standing sitting and repetitive motions
- Typically at least 50 field work and 50 office work depending on the week/work
- Ability to use your senses to see (including close distant and peripheral vision depth vision and ability to focus) smell hear and touch (use your hands to reach climb or balance crouch stoop crawl kneel and sit)
- Some weekend and overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required. You may be required to drive hundreds of miles per day
Who We Are:
UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members from our drillers to administrative staff contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering Construction Materials Testing and Inspection Code Compliance EnvironmentalOccupationalHealth & Safety and Building Envelope we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.
Growing in Excellence
As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Groups Hot Firm list in 2021 UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a oneman operation to a company spanning 75 branches and 3500 employees were looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.
Why Work at UES
We value the individual contributions of our employees and we show this through providing great benefits. Clickhereto see how we support our people in and out of the workplace. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.
Check out our website:https://teamues/
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EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a DrugFree Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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