Description
About Us
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. Employee-owned HDR
is currently seeking qualified individuals for our growing dam, levee, and
civil works program in Colorado. Our globally coordinated, locally delivered
team is committed to improving the resiliency, sustainability, and safety
of our communities. Our nation's dams, levees and water supply systems are
being upgraded and rebuilt and HDR engineers are leading the way to solve our
toughest water infrastructure problems.
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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.
Primary Responsibilities
We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to support our expanding
geologic & geotechnical section within our Denver, CO office. The primary
duties of the position include:
To plan, execute, and complete geotechnical tasks on assigned projects
independently and collaboratively.
Review design and construction submittals for geotechnical compliance with
applicable codes, design standards, project requirements, and contract
documents.
Perform geotechnical analyses, prepare proposals and reports, and
coordinate with designers and contractors to implement recommendations on
plans and in the field.
Support development of technical scope of works and fee proposals, as well
as new project pursuits related to geotechnical services.
Leadership role in planning, organizing, and coordinating the work of
entry- and mid-level professionals
Participation on Risk Informed Decision Making (RIDM) teams
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Candidate will be a technical expert, leader, and authority in projects
and tasks involving geotechnical/geologic engineering. Required
qualifications include:
Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering,
Geology, Engineering Geology, or Civil Engineering
PE with ability to obtain CO through reciprocity.
Geotechnical engineering experience on dams, levees, hydraulic
structures, or civil works infrastructure.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications, and engineering software
(SEEP/W, SLOPE/W, gINT, GIS, Civil 3D, Leapfrog, Settle3D)
or other software as appropriate.
Knowledgeable of today's technical standards, including but not limited to
USACE, Reclamation, FERC, etc.
Ability to independently develop geotechnical data/engineering reports
Ability to independently make decisions and recommendations that will impact a
project's activities and direction
Experienced with the technical review for compliance with project technical
requirements
Ability to independently complete and/or coordinate analyses associated with
settlement, slope stability and embankment design, foundation design,
retaining wall design, lateral deep foundation response, required
Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned
culture.
Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to work in a team
environment.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to work on multiple assignments successfully.
The candidate shall have at least 10 years or more experience in the general
field of geotechnical or geological engineering, specializing in:
Dams, levees and hydrau ic structures
Shallow/Deep Foundations
Lateral Analyses
Experience in subsurface investigations
Field & laboratory testing and the determination of in-situ material
properties
Soil compaction and earthwork construction
Soil mechanics
Seepage and piping
Foundation inspection and assessment
Landslide and slope stability... For full info follow application link.
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity
Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority,
veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or
any other status protected by law.
CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender,
ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health
status, or any other status protected by law.
At HDR, health and safety matters.
For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol