Geotechnical / Environmental Engineering Task Manager-01644

Description
 
 
Make a Difference
 
Geotechnical / Environmental Task Manager - BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
 
 
Performs and leads a variety of geotechnical engineering tasks for environmental projects, such as landfills closure, remedial excavations, slurry walls, and solidification projects. Tasks consist of developing and implementing geotechnical investigation programs, performing remedial detail designs, writing reports and technical specifications, developing design drawings, performing calculations (settlement, slope stability), working with and mentoring staff, completing construction field assignments (as needed), and obtaining the necessary staff and financial management skills to grow into a Task/Project Manager.
 
In addition, candidate
·         Assists the Project Manager in planning, directing, supervising, and controlling the execution of technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the project or study.  Participates in determining the technical skills and staff hours required for successful completion of the project.
·         Develops the scope of work, schedules, and budgets, and monitors progress to meet schedule and budget requirements.  Identifies and documents changes in scope.
·         Reviews work produced to ensure that applicable codes, standards, and procedures are followed and that quality is acceptable.
·         Acts as Project Manager's deputy for certain activities, such as attending meetings in his/her absence, etc.
·         Ensures client criteria and scope are met by all engineering disciplines.  Expedites distribution of action items following discussions/meetings with the client and Project Manager.
·         Prepares technical reports and documentation of activity for the client and project management.
·         Integrates the various engineering, scheduling, procurement, construction, and start-up aspects of a medium-size project.  May manage a subtask of a larger project or study in accordance with contractual obligations.  Responsible for the technical excellence of the engineering functions of the project including coordination of technical disciplines, procurement of materials and equipment, and construction planning assistance.
·         Interfaces with Procurement and Subcontracts to facilitate procurement coordination with vendors/subcontractors.
·         Coordinates the utilization of interdisciplinary technical personnel on the project, as well as the assignment of personnel from other technical support groups within the company.
 
Candidate must also implement behavior-based safety tools to strive for incident free operations (no personal injuries, property damage or environmental releases) for both the Client and Parsons.
 

Qualifications
 
 
Requirements:
 
BS in Civil Engineering.  MS with an emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering is preferred.

8 to 12 years of related work experience in remedial design and\or remedial construction.

Good technical writing and communication skills.

Proficient with Microsoft software.

24 or 40-hour HAZWOPER training a plus.
 
P.E. preferred, but not required.
 
Parsons offers an ethical, challenging, diverse, rewarding and fun work experience where enthusiastic, responsible people use their energy, talent and dedication to make a difference in the world.
 
We provide career growth and development, a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; tuition reimbursement program; credit union membership; Employee Stock Ownership Plan and a 401(k) plan. Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace.  M/W/D/V.
 

Job
 Project
Primary Location
US-MA-Boston