Support of Excavation Engineer
Job Title: Support of Excavation (SOE) Engineer
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $130,000 - $160,000 annually
Bonus: Project-based completion bonuses (based on size and complexity)
About the Role
LVI is partnered with a leading engineering consultancy who is seeking a highly experienced Support of Excavation (SOE) Engineer to lead the design and implementation of excavation support systems across a range of complex urban projects. This role is focused exclusively on SOE design and execution, with a strong emphasis on structural components and adjacent building protection during construction.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of SOE systems for all active projects.
- Develop engineering solutions to support excavation in dense urban environments, particularly near existing structures.
- Produce and issue detailed SOE designs to support construction teams.
- Operate independently as the lead engineer, managing all aspects of SOE design and problem-solving.
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure safe and efficient excavation practices.
- Work full-time (approx. 10 hours/day) focused solely on SOE, with potential to expand into structural work in the future.
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years of experience in SOE engineering.
- Proven ability to independently lead and execute SOE designs.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to develop practical engineering solutions.
- No structural engineering background required, though familiarity is beneficial.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills with multidisciplinary teams.
Compensation & Incentives
- Competitive base salary ranging from $130,000 to $160,000, based on experience.
- Project-based bonus structure awarded upon successful completion of eachSOE project.
- Bonus amounts vary depending on project size and complexity.
- Opportunity to work on challenging and high-impact urban projects.
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