Parsons Corporation · 1 month ago
Senior Geotechnical Engineer (SME) - Rail and Transit
US - NY, New York
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$156K/yr - $280K/yr
15+ years expParsons Corporation is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer (SME) to join their team, focusing on the Gateway Program, a comprehensive rail infrastructure project. The role involves providing expert-level geotechnical guidance, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with various stakeholders throughout the project phases.
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Responsibilities
Provide expert geotechnical guidance during design reviews, constructability assessments, and feasibility evaluations
Advise on soil and materials management strategies, including compliance with the Soil Reuse and Alternative Fill Management Plan
Support environmental control processes related to hazardous materials and geotechnical risks
Review geotechnical aspects of Construction Environmental Control Plans (CECPs) and ensure alignment with project specifications
Evaluate subsurface investigations, foundation designs, and ground improvement techniques proposed by contractors
Assist in the development and review of mitigation plans for geotechnical risks and construction impacts
Ensure geotechnical compliance with NEPA, Section 106, and other federal, state, and local environmental regulations
Support the preparation of technical memoranda and supplemental environmental impact statements related to geotechnical changes
Monitor and document geotechnical testing, inspections, and quality assurance activities
Collaborate with SEP, GDC, and Project Contractors to integrate geotechnical data into BIM models and project controls
Contribute to Daily, Monthly, and Quarterly Package Reports with geotechnical findings and recommendations
Participate in meetings with Technical Standards Committees and Senior Project Coordinating Committees
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field
Minimum 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering on large-scale infrastructure or transportation projects
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
Expertise in soil mechanics, foundation engineering, ground improvement, and geotechnical instrumentation
Familiarity with NEPA, environmental permitting, and construction compliance frameworks
Preferred
Experience with federally funded rail or tunnel projects
Proficiency in geotechnical software (e.g., PLAXIS, GeoStudio, gINT)
Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
Knowledge of BIM integration for geotechnical data
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid time off
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k)
Life insurance
Flexible work schedules
Holidays
Company
Parsons Corporation
Parsons is an engineering, construction, technical and management services firm for national security and global infrastructure markets.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$700M2024-02-21Post Ipo Debt· $700M
2019-05-07IPO
Leadership Team
Carey Smith
Chair, President and CEO
Matthew Ofilos
Chief Financial Officer
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