MC Squared, LLC · 17 hours ago
Lead Geotechnical Engineer
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expMC Squared, LLC is seeking a Lead Geotechnical Engineer for a high-profile Earth Dam project. This role involves overseeing geotechnical engineering activities, ensuring compliance with governing standards, and providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Lead geotechnical engineering activities including site characterization, slope stability, settlement analysis, seepage modeling, foundation design, and embankment evaluation
Develop and review geotechnical design recommendations, construction specifications, and technical reports
Serve as the principal responder for Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Variance, and Differing Site Condition (DSC) assessments
Provide technical guidance during construction, including oversight of field investigations, instrumentation monitoring, and material testing data interpretation
Perform geotechnical reviews of submittals, shop drawings, and contractor work plans
Support daily geotechnical activities on active construction sites including dams, reservoirs, levees, canals, pump stations, and earthwork projects
Oversee testing programs related to embankment fill, soil-cement armoring, cut-off wall performance, foundation preparation, and dewatering operations
Coordinate with field teams to resolve real-time construction issues and maintain compliance with project specifications
Direct or review intrusive testing such as SPT sampling, Shelby tube sampling, and laboratory index and strength testing
Collaborate with project managers, senior leadership, and clients to define geotechnical scope, schedule, and deliverables
Represent MC Squared in technical meetings, design reviews, and regulatory discussions with agencies including USACE, SFWMD, SWFWMD, DOTs, and local jurisdictions
Communicate complex geotechnical concepts clearly to multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and stakeholders
Ensure adherence to geotechnical design standards and relevant ASTM, AASHTO, USACE, and local agency requirements
Review and sign technical memoranda, QC summaries, dam safety inspection reports, and engineering deliverables
Oversee reporting of geotechnical activities, including daily documentation, instrumentation readings, and recommended actions
Provide supervision, coaching, and technical development for project engineers and staff engineers
Support training efforts related to geotechnical field procedures, documentation, and engineering analyses
Serve as a senior resource in building the long-term capabilities of the A-2 geotechnical team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline
Professional Engineer (PE) license required, preferably in Florida
Minimum of 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience with direct involvement in heavy civil, dam, reservoir, levee, or earthwork projects
Strong technical background in soil mechanics, slope stability, seepage analysis, deep and shallow foundations, and embankment construction
Experience supporting field investigations, laboratory testing programs, and construction-phase geotechnical oversight
Excellent technical writing, documentation, and communication skills
Preferred
Master's degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering
Experience serving as Engineer of Record (EOR) or Lead Geotechnical Engineer on dam or reservoir projects
Familiarity with USACE, SFWMD, SWFWMD, FDOT, and other public-agency design and construction standards
Experience preparing Emergency Action Plans (EAP), Operation & Maintenance Manuals, and dam inspection reports
Background in grouting programs, cutoff walls, vibration monitoring, or foundation rehabilitation
Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to mentor junior technical staff
Company
MC Squared, LLC
MC Squared is a consulting engineering firm that offers geotechnical, environmental, construction management, value engineering, and materials testing services.
51-200 employees
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