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Lead Geotechnical Engineer

Oakland, CA, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-06-26 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead a geotechnical engineering practice, directing projects for dams, pipelines, tunnels, levees, bridges, refineries, and building structures while coordinating with multiple disciplines.

Role type

Senior IC Lead Geotechnical Engineer with business development responsibilities

Builds

Engineering services proposals, cost estimates, project work plans, health and safety plans, and technical reports for infrastructure clients

Domain

Civil Engineering / Geotechnical Engineering / Infrastructure

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Geotechnical investigations, foundation engineering, slope stability analysis, project management, business development, technical mentoring, independent technical reviews, regulatory compliance

Preferred skills

Deep foundation design, earthwork management, water resources project experience, refinery/industrial site experience, local permitting knowledge, OSHA Hazwoper training

Technologies

Geotechnical analysis software, project management tools, engineering reporting platforms

Responsibilities

Direct projects for a variety of facilities including dams, pipelines, tunnels, levees, bridges, refineries, and building structures; supervise and train staff in geotechnical investigations, analyses, reporting, and construction observation; manage project scope, schedule, and budget; prepare engineering services proposals, cost estimates, and schedules; develop Project Work Plans and Health and Safety Plans; provide technical support and leadership; review and ensure quality of engineering reports and documentation prepared by junior staff; conduct Independent Technical Reviews; perform business development for existing and new clients

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership and business development duties

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