Geotechnical Design Segment Manager

About the role

Ferrovial is a global leader in infrastructure operating in more than 15 countries with a workforce of over 22,000 professionals. The company develops highways, airports, construction, and energy projects, and is leading the New Terminal One at JFK International Airport. Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for designing and building large transportation infrastructure, with a track record including more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads, 2,920 miles of railroad lines, and 16,994 miles of road maintenance.

The Geotechnical Design Segment Manager supports geotechnical design work for a Segment of a major civil infrastructure project. This role assists with geotechnical analyses, design calculations, field and laboratory coordination, technical studies, quantity estimates, design reviews, and preparation of geotechnical reports and documentation for a Project Segment. The position supports roadway embankments and subgrade design, earth slopes, soil and rock cuts, bridge foundations, earth retaining structures, and foundations for minor structures along its corresponding Segment in accordance with Ferrovial Group standards, applicable industry standards, and project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Geotechnical Design and Technical Support for the Segment
  • Perform technical work related to geotechnical design tasks and project support to the Segment
  • Support geotechnical design activities for roadway embankments and subgrade, earth slopes, bridge foundations, earth retaining structures, and foundations for minor structures
  • Analyze ground movement predictions, construction impact assessment reports, and strategies for mitigation of geotechnical risks (including karstic features) and potential impact on existing structures
  • Assist with preparing analytical two- and three-dimensional models under direction from the Geotechnical Design Manager or other senior design staff
  • Support the preparation of geotechnical study proposals, technical notes, reports, and quantity information for geotechnical items for the corresponding Segment
• Design Review, Analysis, and Quality Support
  • Review and support geotechnical design calculations and documents prepared by others
  • Support evaluation of subsurface soil and rock information using applicable ASTM and local industry standards for field and laboratory testing
  • Interpret soil and rock test data and perform engineering classification of subsurface soil and rock conditions
  • Apply geotechnical principles and analyses to support practical and compliant design solutions
  • Review construction documents, drawings, schedule, specifications, technical plans, geotechnical reports, and engineering information to support accurate design development
  • Discuss with the Client and with the Designer's specialists on particular geotechnical topics
  • Support collaborative efforts with all parties to solve complex geotechnical issues related to modeling, soil-structure interaction, ground improvement, risk mitigation, and other topics
  • Supervise and review geotechnical work developed by more junior Engineers within the team
• Project Coordination and Field/Laboratory Support
  • Coordinate geotechnical project tasks, including boring location plans, drilling operation documentation, field investigations, and laboratory testing support for the Segment
  • Assist with geotechnical drilling work, field investigations, geophysical testing, and laboratory testing as needed
  • Coordinate with other project managers, senior/regional engineers, field teams, laboratory personnel, consultants, and design teams to support timely and accurate project deliverables
• Reporting, Documentation, and Quantity Support
  • Assist with preparing geotechnical engineering reports, proposals, technical memorandums, letters, calculations, and design documentation
  • Prepare and review bill of quantities and quantity estimates for geotechnical items
  • Report to the Geotechnical Design Manager the Segment progress (field/lab works and design deliverables for the corresponding Segment of the Project)
• Other Duties and Team Support
  • Assist junior engineers and project staff with geotechnical-related tasks, geotechnical models and calculations, technical exhibits, design documentation, and project coordination as needed
  • Attend internal meetings and coordination meetings with other Disciplines or Segments

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related engineering field required; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum ten (10) years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience supporting heavy civil, transportation, or infrastructure projects preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or at least in progress
• Working knowledge of geotechnical design, subsurface investigations, soil and rock classification, geophysical testing, laboratory testing, construction materials, and applicable ASTM or local industry standards
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with geotechnical analysis, CAD, or engineering design software preferred
• Strong technical writing, communication, coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively across design, field, laboratory, consultant, and project teams