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Senior Geotechnical Engineer Primary Location US-WA-Seattle ID 2023-1750 Category Geotechnical Position Type Regular Full-Time Remote No Overview Aspect Consulting, a Geosyntec Company, an earth science and engineering consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing Geotechnical and Infrastructure Practice in our Seattle, WA office. Aspect's geotechnical engineers tackle challenges on a variety of complex projects all over the northwest ranging from bridge replacements, landslide stabilization, transportation and roadway design, water and wastewater conveyance, reservoirs and dams, mid- and high-rise buildings, development within and near steep-slope sensitive areas, and floodplain and natural habitat restoration. Senior Geotechnical Engineers at Aspect regularly interface directly with clients, execute work through the full project lifecycle from proposals to construction, guide innovative geotechnical designs, work alongside other highly experienced engineers, geologists, and other consultants, strategically pursue new work and opportunities, and mentor junior staff helping them navigate to early career success. This is a long-term, career track position with the ultimate goal to grow one's consulting practice through effective project delivery and client development. Our geotechnical engineers are supported by a diverse and talented group of engineering geologists, hydrogeologists, water resource engineers, CAD/GIS professionals, and technical editors; conversely, our geotechnical engineers also support dynamic projects within Aspect's environmental and water resource practices. See our Case Studies for a sampling of project types. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Work directly and closely with Aspect geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists to support a wide variety of clients and technically challenging projects. Strategically pursue new clients and opportunities including preparation of proposals and budgets. Oversee and perform geotechnical engineering analyses and calculations including slope stability analyses, seismic evaluations, shallow and deep foundation design, ground improvement design, excavation and shoring evaluations, and other challenging technical evaluations as well as review work by others. Prepare and direct the development of written geotechnical reports while working with dedicated editing, data, and mapping teams to create high-end and cutting-edge deliverables. Effectively manage project schedules, scopes of work and financial aspects like profitability and invoicing. Lead, mentor, and/or supervise junior staff. Collaborate with and lead multi-disciplinary project teams extending outside of Aspect, including clients, architects, engineers, and contractors, to share project information, objectives, and geotechnical engineering recommendations. Develop, coordinate, and oversee construction oversight programs to ensure the successful completion of projects. Participate in ongoing education and training opportunities in geotechnical engineering, project and people management, and consulting. Due to the size of Aspect's geotechnical group and geographic reach, our geotechnical engineers experience an abundance of variety in their work, strong mentorship and collaboration, excellent project team support, and readily available avenues to expanded responsibility and career growth. A strong candidate exhibits the characteristics of a successful engineering consultant with demonstrated growth and career advancement. These characteristics include a 'can do' mentality, leadership skills, a focus on client service, proactiveness, self-motivation, a strong grasp of project management, sharp technical acumen, an eye for detai