VP Geotechnical Engineering

Job Title: VP Geotechnical EngineeringJob Description The Vice President of Geotechnical Engineering serves as a key leader within the firm, overseeing client service, technical staff management, strategic planning, engineering processes, and project execution for the Division. This role ensures the highest standards in geotechnical engineering while promoting the Division's services both internally and externally. Responsibilities + Manage, mentor, and lead staff within the Division. + Deliver the company's purpose and vision to clients and staff. + Uphold and enhance the technical reputation of the Division. + Promote Division's services within the company and to potential clients. + Oversee workload management of team members in the Division. + Ensure Division efficiency in producing work products. + Manage project risks related to technical aspects of the Division. + Develop and enforce Business Practices and Quality Procedures specific to the Division. + Manage Division costs within budget constraints. + Set and uphold Division standards, ensuring projects meet those standards. + Collaborate across departments to achieve company vision. + Additional projects and responsibilities as assigned. Essential Skills + Experience in managing staff members. + Collaboration with diverse engineering disciplines. + Understanding of current trends in the construction industry and technical discipline. + Excellent oral and written communication skills. + Proficiency in geotechnical engineering, materials testing, and materials engineering. + Professional engineer certification. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bacheloru2019s degree in engineering or equivalent in non-engineering fields such as Geology, Surveying, or Construction/Project Management. + A minimum of 15 years of experience in the design and construction industry. Work Environment The work environment prioritizes a healthy work-life balance, focusing on efficient, collaborative, and quality work. The atmosphere is business casual, friendly, respectful, and team-oriented with regular peer interactions. The position is primarily office-based, requiring frequent sitting, reaching, and manipulation of tools and controls. It requires mobility, including moving materials weighing up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds occasionally. Manual dexterity and coordination are crucial for operating equipment such as computer keyboards and calculators. Occasionally, duties may involve bending, reaching, standing, and walking. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Topeka, KS. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $53.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Topeka,KS. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, weu2019ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACu2014with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at .

Created: 2026-03-25