GEI a Way of Life

When you’re doing what you love and working with great people, work becomes less like a job, and more like a way of life. Here at GEI Consultants, Inc. (GEI) we have been fostering growth and creativity for nearly 50 years. Our culture is one of collaboration and support. If you are passionate about your field, excited about learning, and constantly looking for ways to innovate, we’d love to have you join the GEI family. 

Who are we?

GEI is an employee-owned, leading consulting engineering and environmental firm ranked #88 in the ENR top 500 (2020). We partner with hundreds of government, energy, industry and institutional clients, and have completed 50,000 project engagements throughout the United States, Canada, and more than 20 other countries. We are sought out for our ideas, our creativity, and most of all, for the quality and character of our people. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

Job Description

GEI’s Washington DC office continues to grow and is seeking a Geotechnical / Geostructural Engineer and Project Manager within Metro DC or the surrounding areas of Virginia and Maryland to join our team.  The selected candidate will work closely with the senior leadership in the Washington DC office and elsewhere. 

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage, train, and mentor staff within the local Washington DC office and elsewhere.
• Manage small to large geotechnical / geostructural projects including field activities.
• Perform and oversee engineering calculations and preparation of drawings related to geotechnical design work that will include but not be limited to excavation support, specialty foundations, drilled shafts, tunnels, slurry walls, and instrumentation.
• Prepare feasibility studies and other technical analyses for construction procedures.
• Prepare proposals for professional services and develop new business in areas of specialty geotechnical services.  Support other GEI offices with proposals and the delivery of engineering services.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.  Represent GEI in communications and conferences pertaining to areas of specialty geotechnical services and to broad aspects of engineering. 
• Travel to project sites and other offices as required, including overnight travel. 

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in civil or aligned engineering and an M.S. degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer.
• 8-15+ years geotechnical engineering experience is required, structural engineering experience is a plus.
• Experience should include proficiency in Geostudio, LPile, Mathcad, Autocad, and other geotechnical programs. Proficiency in Plaxis, Wallap, SAP, and STAAD is a plus.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to work well alone and in a team atmosphere.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and review other’s work.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong client relationships and desire to obtain new business.
• Must be willing to travel on temporary assignments as necessary, including field assignments.

Benefits

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Future ownership opportunity in GEI
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision and More
• Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• And More…

 GEI is an EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability employer