Staff Engineer

Overview:   UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education.
Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships. As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence. 
SummaryThe Staff Engineer is a key role, responsible for planning, designing, and overseeing geotechnical engineering projects. The role will work on site investigations, analyze soil, and rock properties and provide recommendations of construction projects based on their findings.
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. 
Physical Demands & Work Environment:• Required to drive, stand, walk, use hands to type, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance, talk, and hear. Body motions and movements include: bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, pulling, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and pushing.• Lifting and/or moving up to ten pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds.• This job is in Florida, with exposure to intense sun, intense heat, humidity, rain, thunderstorms, and other adverse weather conditions.• Job site conditions may or may not be accessible by vehicle and can include wetlands, swamps, grasslands, and fields with uneven surfaces, sand, brush, and other natural and man-made obstacles.• This job is primarily and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and construction sites where the noise level is usually moderate to loud.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducting geotechnical site investigations including soil and rock sampling, borehole logging and field testing and present their findings to interdisciplinary teams
• Evaluating and analyzing geological and geotechnical conditions to assess risks and opportunities for construction projects
• Managing geotechnical aspects of projects, such as project execution, timelines, and milestones including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Coordinating with clients, contractors and regulatory agencies to ensure project requirements, objectives, and constraints are met
• Communicating project status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders effectively
• Conducting feasibility studies, risk assessments and implement quality assurance processes to identify potential challenges, develop mitigation strategies and ensuring deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations
• Coordinating with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to procure materials and services
• Preparing technical reports and documentation detailing analysis, findings, and recommendations
• Fostering positive relationships with clients and stakeholders to enhance satisfaction and promote future collaborations
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards
• Staying updated on industry trends, technologies, and innovations to enhance project delivery and efficiency
• Coordinating and cooperate with lab and field departments
• Preparing cost estimates, proposals, and invoices
• Performing any other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or a related field
• 0-3 years of relevant experience in geotechnical, environmental or construction materials testing
• EIT or GIT preferred. Willingnes