Project Geotechnical Engineer at The Foth Companies in Chicago, IL | Kablio

Role

Description

project management

geotechnical design

finite element

field sampling

permit prep

pile driving

Project Management: Assist with proposals, reports, and project phases. Coordinate tasks, review junior staff work, and ensure high-quality deliverables
Earth Structures & Foundations: Provide design, construction observation, and finite element analysis. Perform geotechnical analysis, design calculations, and ensure soil stability for heavy civil, upland, and in-water environmental remediation projects
Field Work & Construction Support: Prepare design calculations, develop field sampling plans, coordinate field work, provide construction observations, and perform site visits to analyze data
Permit Preparation: Prepare permit documents for mine site development, dam safety, closure, reclamation, and financial assurance
Project Leadership: Lead project design through technical reports, geotechnical calculations, analysis, and modeling
Proposal, Budgets, and Work Plans: Prepare proposals, including project budget and schedule, work plans, and management of subcontractor/vendor contracts
General Geotechnical: Collect data, analyze slope stability, manage groundwater, and assess geotechnical risks. Use tools like AutoCAD for design and decision-making
Team Oversight: Act as technical lead in the oversight of other engineers, geologists, and consultants
Marine Structural Foundations: Provide pile driving analysis, dynamic pile testing, CAPWAP. Collaborate with structural engineers to create complementary foundation designs
Heavy-Lift Foundations: Evaluate soil and rock properties, load-bearing capacity, and ground improvement. Address environmental impacts and ensure sustainable practices

Requirements

7+ years

geotechnical

master's

pe

waterfront

foundations

Experience: 7+ years of experience performing civil engineering work with a geotechnical focus in heavy civil design and construction
Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field
Experience designing waterfront facilities including pile, steel sheet, and slurry wall improvements
Certification: Professional Engineering Certification (PE)
Experience designing dredging, slope stability, and in-water capping aspects of remediation projects
Experience designing retaining walls, shallow and deep foundations including spread footings, drilled piers, piles, and caissons
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

drug testing required within 2 business days after offer acceptance (company-paid).

Company

Overview

Founded in 1968

Years in Business

The company has over five decades of experience in delivering engineering and construction services.

With a focus on client satisfaction, it offers tailored solutions across multiple sectors including industrial, energy, and infrastructure.
Its projects range from large-scale infrastructure improvements to cutting-edge energy solutions, demonstrating the versatility of its expertise.
The company is known for its deep understanding of complex systems, which allows it to tackle both small and large projects with precision.
With a long history of innovation, the company integrates advanced technology to meet the evolving needs of its clients.
Recognized for its collaborative approach, the company consistently partners with clients to achieve successful project outcomes.
The firm’s work spans nationwide, serving a variety of industries, with a focus on sustainability and long-term impact.

Culture + Values

4.5/5

Work-life balance rating

The company has a strong emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance with a high employee satisfaction score.

4.3/5

Management rating

The management team receives consistently high ratings from employees, reflecting effective leadership and support.

4.3/5

Culture rating

Employees rate the company culture highly, indicating a positive and engaging work environment.

Great flexibility

Member retention

The company is known for its flexibility and ability to retain members, fostering long-term relationships and commitment.

Entrepreneurial culture that supports new and innovative ideas, independent thinking as well as leadership opportunities.
Family‑like environment with clients and employees focused on relationship building.
Advanced in their practices and systems with strong emphasis on innovation and technology.
Employee‑owned structure fostering client‑focused, employee support and advancement.
Freedom to seek solutions to the clients’ challenges with expectation of self‑leadership and independence.

Environment + Sustainability

15 vs 20

Carbon Action Score

The company's carbon action score is below the industry average of 20, ranking it in the bottom 9% of competitors in business services.

100 million

Grants Secured

Through active project work, the company helped clients secure approximately $100 million in grants since 2024 for zero-emission port equipment.

Bottom 9%

Industry Ranking

The company ranks in the bottom 9% of competitors in business services based on carbon action scores.

2024

Recent Project Work

Active project work for zero-emission port equipment has been ongoing since 2024, helping clients secure grants.

Primary operations considered low intensity; US grid medium intensity
No public commitment yet to Science Based Targets Initiative, CDP, Climate Pledge or UN Global Compact
Experience helping clients deploy zero‑emission technology in infrastructure and planning
No stated net‑zero target date publicly available

Inclusion & Diversity

No official DEI strategy or data published on website or LinkedIn
No gender-related statistics (e.g., % women employees or leadership) publicly available
No evidence of specific diversity targets, initiatives or outcomes disclosed

Articles

Contact Foth

Safety at Foth

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Our Commitment to California

Role

Description

project management

geotechnical design

finite element

field sampling

permit prep

pile driving

Project Management: Assist with proposals, reports, and project phases. Coordinate tasks, review junior staff work, and ensure high-quality deliverables
Earth Structures & Foundations: Provide design, construction observation, and finite element analysis. Perform geotechnical analysis, design calculations, and ensure soil stability for heavy civil, upland, and in-water environmental remediation projects
Field Work & Construction Support: Prepare design calculations, develop field sampling plans, coordinate field work, provide construction observations, and perform site visits to analyze data
Permit Preparation: Prepare permit documents for mine site development, dam safety, closure, reclamation, and financial assurance
Project Leadership: Lead project design through technical reports, geotechnical calculations, analysis, and modeling
Proposal, Budgets, and Work Plans: Prepare proposals, including project budget and schedule, work plans, and management of subcontractor/vendor contracts
General Geotechnical: Collect data, analyze slope stability, manage groundwater, and assess geotechnical risks. Use tools like AutoCAD for design and decision-making
Team Oversight: Act as technical lead in the oversight of other engineers, geologists, and consultants
Marine Structural Foundations: Provide pile driving analysis, dynamic pile testing, CAPWAP. Collaborate with structural engineers to create complementary foundation designs
Heavy-Lift Foundations: Evaluate soil and rock properties, load-bearing capacity, and ground improvement. Address environmental impacts and ensure sustainable practices

Requirements

7+ years

geotechnical

master's

pe

waterfront

foundations

Experience: 7+ years of experience performing civil engineering work with a geotechnical focus in heavy civil design and construction
Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field
Experience designing waterfront facilities including pile, steel sheet, and slurry wall improvements
Certification: Professional Engineering Certification (PE)
Experience designing dredging, slope stability, and in-water capping aspects of remediation projects
Experience designing retaining walls, shallow and deep foundations including spread footings, drilled piers, piles, and caissons
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

drug testing required within 2 business days after offer acceptance (company-paid).

Company

Overview

Founded in 1968

Years in Business

The company has over five decades of experience in delivering engineering and construction services.

With a focus on client satisfaction, it offers tailored solutions across multiple sectors including industrial, energy, and infrastructure.
Its projects range from large-scale infrastructure improvements to cutting-edge energy solutions, demonstrating the versatility of its expertise.
The company is known for its deep understanding of complex systems, which allows it to tackle both small and large projects with precision.
With a long history of innovation, the company integrates advanced technology to meet the evolving needs of its clients.
Recognized for its collaborative approach, the company consistently partners with clients to achieve successful project outcomes.
The firm’s work spans nationwide, serving a variety of industries, with a focus on sustainability and long-term impact.

Culture + Values

4.5/5

Work-life balance rating

The company has a strong emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance with a high employee satisfaction score.

4.3/5

Management rating

The management team receives consistently high ratings from employees, reflecting effective leadership and support.

4.3/5

Culture rating

Employees rate the company culture highly, indicating a positive and engaging work environment.

Great flexibility

Member retention

The company is known for its flexibility and ability to retain members, fostering long-term relationships and commitment.

Entrepreneurial culture that supports new and innovative ideas, independent thinking as well as leadership opportunities.
Family‑like environment with clients and employees focused on relationship building.
Advanced in their practices and systems with strong emphasis on innovation and technology.
Employee‑owned structure fostering client‑focused, employee support and advancement.
Freedom to seek solutions to the clients’ challenges with expectation of self‑leadership and independence.

Environment + Sustainability

15 vs 20

Carbon Action Score

The company's carbon action score is below the industry average of 20, ranking it in the bottom 9% of competitors in business services.

100 million

Grants Secured

Through active project work, the company helped clients secure approximately $100 million in grants since 2024 for zero-emission port equipment.

Bottom 9%

Industry Ranking

The company ranks in the bottom 9% of competitors in business services based on carbon action scores.

2024

Recent Project Work

Active project work for zero-emission port equipment has been ongoing since 2024, helping clients secure grants.

Primary operations considered low intensity; US grid medium intensity
No public commitment yet to Science Based Targets Initiative, CDP, Climate Pledge or UN Global Compact
Experience helping clients deploy zero‑emission technology in infrastructure and planning
No stated net‑zero target date publicly available

Inclusion & Diversity

No official DEI strategy or data published on website or LinkedIn
No gender-related statistics (e.g., % women employees or leadership) publicly available
No evidence of specific diversity targets, initiatives or outcomes disclosed

Articles

Contact Foth

Safety at Foth

Get to Know Your Water Pros

Our Commitment to California