Trenchless Technology Specialist

About the role

The Trenchless Technology Specialist / Design Consultant supports planning, design, and construction of trenchless conveyance infrastructure projects primarily in the Eastern US, with potential for national involvement. This role is a senior technical position focusing on delivery excellence, risk management, and the application of best practices for trenchless technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and ensure consistent application of technical standards, guidelines, and best practices across projects and teams.
• Engage on project delivery teams nationally to achieve project goals, ensuring the application of quality standards and best practices to maintain consistency of technical delivery and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and developing tailored technical solutions.
• Support Practice leader with SMS governance and systems to drive talent development for technical practitioners.
• Aid in the development of technical training and mentoring programs within the Practice.
• Flexibly adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in assigned technical area related experience.
• Typically certified in the SMS Framework, and progressing through the SMS competencies.
• Hands-on experience with one or more trenchless delivery methods (e.g., microtunneling, HDD, jack-and-bore, or tunneling).
• Familiarity with geotechnical principles for trenchless and underground construction, including soil/rock behavior, groundwater conditions, ground improvement, and excavation/support systems.

Skills

• Demonstrates a solid understanding of principles and practices within their technical area, applying them effectively in various scenarios.
• Capable of conveying complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring clarity and understanding.
• Exhibits strong teamwork abilities, fostering collaboration and building cohesive teams to achieve project goals.
• Ensures adherence to quality standards and best practices, maintaining consistency and mitigating risks in technical delivery.
• Able to deliver compelling technical presentations, effectively communicating ideas and solutions to diverse audiences.
• Able to mentor talent for SMS affiliated with the Practice, demonstrating a culture of talent development through the Practice.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, and long-term care insurance.