Geotechnical Technical Specialist 1
Geotechnical Technical Specialist 1
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Not Disclosed
Salary Not Disclosed
1 Vacancy
Job Description
GAI Consultants Inc. (GAI) is seeking a Geotechnical Technical Specialist to work out of our Pennsylvania (Pittsburgh Cranberry or Canonsburg/Southpointe) West Virginia (Bridgeport or Charleston) or Virginia (Richmond or Warrenton) offices with an option to work remotely while based out of one of those office locations. Under the direction of a Geotechnical Engineering Manager this individual will provide geotechnical engineering and project site support for projects in the Energy Transportation and Community Development business units. The position will require travel and fieldwork generally located in Pennsylvania West Virginia and Virginia.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform geotechnical engineering assignments involving investigations for a variety of facilities including but not
limited to: foundations for transmission lines buildings roadways bridges retaining walls dams and other
structures; designs for embankments and cut slopes for roadways and other developments; designs for natural gas
pipelines and compressor stations; design of waste landfills and impoundments; and development of geotechnical
monitoring and laboratory testing programs. - Prepare geotechnical engineering designs involving: rock/soil slope stability; cut slope and fill embankment design;
landslide stabilization and remediation (reinforcement with rock anchors/soil nails GRS slopes); geotechnical field
instrumentation; soil reinforcement and ground improvement techniques (CMCs compaction grouting stone
columns); sheet pile/retaining walls (gravity walls soldier pile and lagging walls MSE walls T-walls); shallow and
deep foundations (spread footings driven piles micropiles drilled shafts). - Geotechnical Investigation and Construction Support Services including but not limited to: test boring monitoring
and logging; site reconnaissance; foundation and retaining structure construction monitoring and inspection.
The successful candidate will be responsible for interpreting specifications and construction drawings evaluating site conditions based on construction excavations monitoring and reporting on construction activities and performing field testing of soils. - Prepare proposals budgets schedules calculations specifications and reports.
- Travel can be expected in the form of fieldwork which can be daily local travel or weekly out-of-town travel generally located in the Pennsylvania West Virginia and Virginia areas (up to 50%).
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
- The candidate can be expected to traverse steep terrain and carry up to 50 lbs.
General Characteristics
- Possesses foundational engineering concepts through undergraduate-level education.
- Acquires basic knowledge and develops basic skills through mentored experience.
- Applies learned knowledge and skills to perform assigned tasks.
- Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience.
- Understands and complies with ethical codes.
Minimum Years of Experience
- Entry / 0 Years of Experience
Education
- B.S. Engineering or other technical degree
Technical Responsibilities
- Collects data and gathers information or documents.
- Participates in laboratory testing and field investigations.
- Performs basic computations or analysis.
- Assists with preparation of engineering deliverables.
- Observes construction activities.
Project and Task Management
- Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope.
- No managerial responsibilities at this level.
Management Responsibility
- Receives close supervision on all aspects of assignments.
- Attains mentored experience from a licensed engineer.
Communication Skills
- Possesses basic oral and written communication skills. Identifies and acknowledges principles of teamwork and leadership.
- Interacts primarily with internal project team members.
Why GAI
At GAI exceptional people have an exceptional place to workgrowleadand achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of acollaborativeteam thats committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.
GAI Consultants Inc. is committed to diversity equity and inclusion through fostering a workforce that represents different communities cultures and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives experiences and ideas.
Benefits To Working at GAI Include:
- Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical vision dentalcompanypaidLong Term Disability andShort-TermDisability(benefits start within 30 days of hire)
- NewpaidMaternity/Paternity/Adoption program
- Generous Paid Time Offand7 paid holidays
- 401k company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
