Geotechnical Chief Engineer - Professional Service Industries Inc

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is searching for a Chief Engineer to join our Building & Constructionteam in Houston, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry!

Benefits & Perks:

• Ability to grow with the Company (over 100 locations with opportunity for growth/advancement)
• Day to day variety of work
• Ability to work on both small and large projects
• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurances
• 401k with company match
• Tuition reimbursement

• Provides geotechnical engineering support on Transportation Projects
• Performs a variety of assignments that include independent evaluations using standard techniques, procedures and criteria, using engineering judgment to make minor adoptions and modifications during the course of work
• Makes decisions and recommendations in reference to test report results, project field circumstances and inspections
• Prepares and reviews geotechnical reports for projects as per specifications
• Assigns work /tasks to staff as applicable
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for task assignments
• Reviews recommendations with Principal Consultant
• Maintains and leverages client relationships and develops new project opportunities
• Attends client site meetings
• Communicates effectively with client and project teams
• Trains technical staff
• May perform on-site observations or inspections
• Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work

• Bachelor's Degree from accredited engineering /ABET school AND a Masters Degree in Geotechnical Engineering are Required
• 15+ years' of experience is required
• Texas P.E. License is required
• Proficient in GeoStudio, LPILE, GROUP, SHAFT, Plaxis, SLIDE, Settle3D, and MSEW
• Obtain Principal Consultant status internally (CS 5 years' experience/Geo 8 years' experience)
• Effective communication skills (written, verbal and listening) and solid interpersonal skills are required
• Candidates must have very strong communication skills and the ability to work with a team across the nation and the world
• Ability to work off shifts and overtime

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. Through these risk management and quality assurance services, we ensure the reliability, safety and performance of our client's new developments, existing assets, and facilities.

Intertek-PSI is a part of Intertek's Building and Construction division, a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions.

Intertek is a leading global provider of Total Quality Assurance services for a multitude of industries. Through a comprehensive network of over 1,000 laboratories and offices situated in over 100 countries, Intertek provides innovative and tailored Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification (ATIC) solutions for its clients' operations and supply chains. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History and What We Do .

Intertek is known for its client-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts, but it's more than just a global network of specialists-it's a community of individuals working together to bring quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What we have to offer:

When Working with Intertek , you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Intertek believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

CA-ASIntertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.