Job Description:
Job Description
There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that.
Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.
Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.
Who are we looking for?
GHD has an exciting opportunity for Technical Director- Geotechnical with specialized expertise in geology and CAD/GIS in dams, reservoirs, levees, flood control channels, and other water storage facility projects. This position will work from our Irvine office, supporting projects in the West Region.
In an ever changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.
We're seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.
As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.
See what the power of commitment can do for you.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Geotechnical consulting in evaluations and design of dams, slope stability analysis, design of reinforced walls/slopes, seismic analysis and numerical modeling of demanding geotechnical conditions.
- Seismic hazard analyses and seismic stability analyses dams in California including experience with State Division of Safety of Dams (DSOD) guidelines.
- Develop dam and foundation modeling
- Develop acceleration-time history records that is needed to determine the performance of the dam under earthquake and post-earthquake conditions.
- Provide recommendations for liquefaction remedial measures such as stone columns and soil/cement techniques.
- Lead advanced engineering analyses for geotechnical investigation projects in California and prepared geotechnical investigation reports providing the data collected, and recommendations for site-specific response spectra, liquefaction potential, liquefaction settlement, site type and seismic zonation.
Qualifications;
- Minimum 20 years of relevant experience in design of dams
- PE and GE registration in California required
- Extensive experience with finite element and finite difference programs such as FLAC
- National and international experience preferred.
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Salary Range- $165000 -$248,000 based on experience
About Us
Take on some of the world's toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way.
We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.
See where your commitment could take you with GHD.
Our Pledge to You
At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.
That's why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.
See where your commitment could take you.
That's the #PowerOfCommitment
Who we are
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It's what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity's most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.
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