Geotechnical Group Leader

Company: Kleinfelder
Location: Redmond
Posted on: May 27, 2025

Job Description:

Job DescriptionTake Your Geotechnical Career to the Next LevelAre you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Geotechnical team is looking for you! From earthquake and seismic engineering to the latest trenchless technology methods, Kleinfelder's Geotechnical Services support the planning, engineering, and construction of complex projects. Our specialists are leading experts in their fields.Step into Your New RoleKleinfelder's Redmond, WA office is seeking a creative, highly talented, and collaborative Geotechnical Group Leader.The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management and delivery of geotechnical services performed through Kleinfelder's Redmond office, involving both internal and external teams. Duties include delivering quality services, managing staff, partnering with our business development team, and collaborating with other Service Lines within the company. Candidates should possess significant experience in geotechnical engineering and design, construction support, project management, and staff development, with integrity and a drive to succeed. The successful candidate will partner with our Principals and lead the Redmond team in achieving high client service, producing quality work products, being responsive to client needs, meeting deadlines, and creating clear communication with clients and staff.Position Requirements:

• Candidates are required to have 15 or more years of related experience, including experience in Western Washington.
• Licensed PE in Washington.
• Proven experience in broad aspects of geotechnical engineering.
• Proven experience as a trusted advisor to clients of all sizes.
• Proven experience managing and mentoring geotechnical staff.
• Proven experience hiring engineering or geologic professionals.
• Proven experience leading diverse project teams.
• Proven experience capturing business development opportunities, preparing proposals, and leading technical pursuits.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology; Master's in Geotechnical Engineering is strongly desired.Preferred Skills/Experience:
  • Ability to support and develop motivated individuals.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently or in multidisciplinary teams.
  • Experience in business development, project acquisition, and client relationship management.
  • Experience planning, implementing, and managing geotechnical exploration programs.
  • Experience guiding engineers and geologists in site characterization, foundation recommendations, slope stability, and settlement analyses.
  • Experience preparing geotechnical reports, drawings, and specifications for foundations and earthwork across various projects.
  • Experience managing project budgets, client updates, and general project management tasks.
  • Experience preparing and delivering technical presentations.
  • Experience supervising field observation, testing, and site visits.
  • Proactive troubleshooting and practical, client-focused problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to interface with civil design teams to develop and value-engineer geotechnical solutions.
  • Strong organizational skills for prioritizing and multitasking.
  • Ability to collaborate with leadership and project managers.
  • A desire to learn and continuously improve within a team environment.Move Forward with KleinfelderKleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve infrastructure in transportation, water, energy, and more. With over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.Progress with an Employer that Values YouKleinfelder is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a creative, innovative, and united workforce. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and paid holidays. The salary range for this position is $140,000 - $235,000, based on experience and qualifications.Career Development: We invest in our staff's professional growth through reimbursements for continuing education, training, certifications, and internal mentoring programs.Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans, compliant with VEVRAA and Section 503.Notice to Third Party Agencies: We do not accept unsolicited resumes without a signed recruitment agreement. Resumes submitted without such an agreement may be considered property of Kleinfelder, with no obligation for payment or consideration.#LI-SF1
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