Senior Geotechnical Engineer

This onsite role in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, provides technical leadership, project oversight, and strategic growth of geotechnical services. The senior engineer will guide subsurface investigations, coordinate field programs, and collaborate with clients, regulators, and the SPC team to deliver geotechnical projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee subsurface investigations to characterize ground conditions.
• Define scope, staffing, schedules, and the technical approach for projects.
• Direct field operations including boring programs, site investigations, sampling, and field testing.
• Review geotechnical data and provide senior-level evaluations and design recommendations for foundations, earthwork, and site development.
• Prepare, review, and approve geotechnical reports.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for clients, contractors, regulators, and the SPC team.
• Oversee project documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Lead project planning efforts, including scheduling, task coordination, and budget oversight.
• Support proposal development, scope definition, and technical strategy.
• Ensure compliance with safety programs, quality standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Provide strategic input on project delivery, operational improvements, and technical recommendations.
• Apply advanced geotechnical engineering methods to enhance infrastructure project performance and outcomes.
• Mentor and provide guidance to entry-level engineers and field staff.
• Undertake additional leadership and technical responsibilities as needed to support team success and business objectives.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 15+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10 years in a project management role.
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, site characterization, and geotechnical laboratory testing.
• Positive client-relations skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Technologies

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Additional Details

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and meet the requirements listed. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.