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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.

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HDR is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to support our expanding Colorado geotechnical practice. This role involves planning, organizing, and coordinating the work of entry and mid-level professionals. Primary Duties Help lead, plan, execute, and complete geotechnical tasks on assigned projects independently and collaboratively with a focus on transportation and resources projects in and around Colorado Review design and construction submittals for geotechnical compliance with applicable codes, design standards, project requirements, and contract documents Geotechnical investigations and design activities for projects such as roadways, retaining walls, hydraulic structures, bridges, and railroads Involvement in communication with both internal and external clients Geotechnical technical analyses, preparation of proposals and reports, and coordination with designers and contractors to implement recommendations on plans and in the field Engage in supporting the development of the technical scope of works and fee proposals, as well as responses to RFPs related to geotechnical services Participate in marketing efforts of both internal and external clients Function as a Project Manager on certain projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this position

Core Competencies for a successful candidate Must be able to independently make decisions and recommendations that will impact a project's activities and direction Be a technical leader in projects and tasks involving geotechnical engineering. Be knowledgeable of today's technical standards, including but not limited to AASHTO LRFD, FHWA, etc. Exhibit excellent communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively with team members and clients and demonstrate expertise in managing several complex tasks simultaneously QualificationsRequired Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in geotechnical engineering or closely related field with a focus on soil mechanics, shallow and deep foundation engineering and earth retaining structures PE required, ability to obtain Colorado PE within six (6) months of joining HDR. Minimum of 10 years of experience in the general field of geotechnical engineering Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and other relevant software Ability to independently support proposal preparation and generate geotechnical data/engineering reports Experience with the review of other's work for compliance with project technical requirements as applied to project submittals Ability to independently complete and/or coordinate analyses associated with the settlement, slope stability and embankment design, foundation design, seismic analysis, ground modification design, retaining wall design, lateral deep foundation response Strong oral and written communication skills and proven ability to work in a very collaborative team environment. Successful candidates will have an attitude and commitment to being active participants in our employee-owned culture

Preferred Qualifications P oficiency with geotechnical software including SLIDE, LPILE, and SHAFT, glNT, Slope/W, APILE, LPILE, MSEW3.0, GRLWeap, Settle3D or other equivalent software The ability to develop and execute designs using spreadsheets, MATHCAD and other specialty software. Demonstrated experience in the majority of the following: Deep Foundations - piles and shafts - lateral Analyses Shallow Foundations Retaining Walls - MSE - GRS - SNW Pavement Design and Rehabilitation Experience in subsurface investigations Field & laboratory testing and the determination of in-situ material... 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.