Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer (Part-Time)

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Part-Time) provides expert technical oversight and guidance on complex
geotechnical aspects of construction projects, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with engineering
standards. This role supports the evaluation, analysis, and monitoring of subsurface and groundwater conditions,
excavation stability, cutoff wall construction, and embankment operations throughout project execution.

● Conducting geotechnical site investigations of excavations, cutoff wall construction, embankment
operations, and groundwater conditions throughout construction.
● Evaluating and analyzing geological and geotechnical conditions to assess risks and opportunities for
construction projects.
● Managing geotechnical aspects of projects, such as project execution, timelines, and milestones including
budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
● Performing pre-construction and weekly site visits throughout construction to assess site conditions.
● Recommend updates to the excavation, work platform, cutoff wall, and embankment operation plans as
construction progress to reflect changing conditions.
● Conducting feasibility studies, risk assessments and implement quality assurance processes to identify
potential challenges, develop mitigation strategies and ensuring deliverables meet quality standards and
client expectations.
● Responsible for signing and sealing all related submittals as well as being available to meet with the
Resident Engineer.
● Preparing technical reports and documentation detailing analysis, findings, and recommendations.
● Fostering positive relationships with clients and stakeholders to enhance satisfaction and promote future
collaborations.
● On a monthly basis write and submit reports informing the Resident Engineer of the status of the plan and
accounting contractors adherence to the plan addressing any present or potential problems.
● Staying updated on industry trends, technologies, and innovations to enhance project delivery and
efficiency.
● Preparing cost estimates, proposals, and invoices.
● Performing any other duties as assigned.

● Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Florida
● Previous experience working on a minimum of two embankment dam construction projects within the
last 10 years.
● Demonstrated experience with projects of similar scope, scale, and complexity.

● Prior experience working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is strongly preferred.
● Ability to travel for weekly site visits (must have reliable transportation).
● Strong technical writing and reporting skills.
● Availability to meet with the Resident Engineer and attend required project meetings.
● Valid Florida Driver’s License with acceptable driving record (in accordance with our Driver’s License and
Motor Vehicle Record Check Criteria)
● Ability to read & write, including interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance
instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as the ability to write routine reports and correspondence,
and speak effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients.
● Computer skills sufficient to operate a laptop, including sending and receiving emails, and the ability to
learn Field Data Collection (FDC)/Inspector Gadget to input data and prepare reports.
● Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole
numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
● Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written,
oral, and diagram form.

● This position requires moderate travel, approximately up to 40% of the time, in support of business
objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on
project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may
be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and
use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work.

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• This position operates in a hybrid work environment, requiring flexibility to work effectively from both a
  professional office and field work site setting.
• On-Site Office Requirements:
  
  • Work is performed at a desk for extended periods using a computer, phone, and standard office
    equipment in a climate-controlled office environment.
  • Regular in-person communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders is required.
  • Physical demands may include sitting for long durations, occasional standing, walking, bending,
    and lifting of materials up to 15 pounds.
• Field Environment:
  
  • Work at outdoor sites including wetlands, forests, grasslands, construction zones, and
    undeveloped land.
  • Travel on foot across uneven, rugged, or obstructed terrain, sometimes in areas inaccessible by
    vehicle.
  • Exposure to varying weather conditions including heat, cold, humidity, rain, or sun.
  • Possible presence of insects, animals, or natural and man-made hazards in field environments
• Physical Requirements:
  
  • Ability to lift and carry between 35–75 lbs. of equipment or samples over distances up to 75 feet.
  • Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate lab and field equipment for extended periods.
  • Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, kneel, climb, and balance as needed during both lab and
    fieldwork.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats in varied environments,
    often while wearing PPE.
  • Ability to use sensory capabilities to see (including close and distant vision, color perception,
    depth perception, and focus) and smell for observation and safety purposes

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here