Sr. Geotechnical Engineer - Norfolk, United States - Knewin

Description

The Hampton Roads Connector Partners JV (HRCP) consisting of Flatiron, Dragados USA and VINCI has been selected to construct the $3.3BN Design Build project the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).The project scope across a 9-mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction.

The twin 45 diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America.

The project is expected to continue to the end of 2025.


Position Responsibilities:
As discipline expert, lead the overall oversight of design joint ventures geotechnical design and constructability challenges fort the project.

This includes but is not limited to:

oversight on all geotechnical temporary and permanent works design, quality of engineering solutions and deliverables, and coordination of design throughout design development and construction.

Define the geotechnical assumptions for the temporary works, providing project engineering expertise, including but not limited to:

preparation of design criteria and basis, and performing specialized engineering, analysis and designLead taskforce meetings and perform interdisciplinary peer/constructability review of design deliverables for optimization compliance with contract documents, and identification and implementation new technologies that provide unique solutions to complex technical issuesEnsure the consistency of the geotechnical approach over the whole projectProvide engineering recommendations and decisions within the criteria set by the Design and Engineering department on the projects.

Support design coordination and liaise with Clients and Subcontractors, acting as discipline expert in interfacing with specialized subconsultantsMinimum Requirements:

RequiredBachelors degree in Engineering from an accredited institutionMinimum 15 years experience in geotechnical, structural, bridge, roadway, pavement, drainageProven analytical, numerical and industry design standards knowledgeStrong multi-tasking, time management and personal prioritization skillsExcellent verbal and written communication and presentation skillsActive Professional Engineer (PE or PENG) licensePreferredDoctorate (PhD) in Engineering preferredProven understanding of constructability and construction practicesProven ability to identify construction risks or design optimization opportunities to provide Company with a competitive advantage in innovation or cost reductionsAbility to lead forensic construction analysis regarding post-construction documentation, data gathering, analysis and causal determinationAble to work efficiently in a high pressure, time sensitive work environmentProven ability to delegate work in an effective way to share knowledge and grow internal team with experienceDeveloping skills to identify strength and growth opportunities in direct team and provide support, knowledge or coaching to develop strong Company team membersProven knowledge regarding constructability codes and requirements for designated workQualifications Behaviors PreferredFunctional Expert : Considered a thought leader on a subjectDetail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done wellDedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrityMotivations PreferredAbility to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organizationEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.

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