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Engineering Field/Lab Technician

Position will be located out of the Denver office. Full time employment, with a work vehicle provided, and vacation/sick time and retirement plan options (after 1 year)! We are building a team for our office. Great opportunity for advancement in your career.

Description

We are looking for experienced Geotechnical Materials Field Technician with possible lab experience. This is a great opportunity for those looking to continue expanding their career potential. We have a lot of work in the foreseeable future. Successful candidate will be potentially responsible for testing of concrete, soils and asphalt. Experience would be preferred but not necessary. Experience would include: certifications such as ACI, WAQTC, NICET, and/or CAPA. Position will also include laboratory work, including but not limited to proctors, aggregate testing, sieve analysis, etc.

**GREAT PAY** **MUST HAVE CLEAN DRIVING RECORD AND BACKGROUND** Work truck will be provided for testing services.

Requirements:

• Strong work ethic
• Ability to pick up 50+lbs.
• Great attitude
• Clean driving record along with current valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel as needed
• Drug free and able to pass drug screen prior to starting
• Prior materials testing experience required

Keywords: nuclear gauge, nuke gauge, nuclear density gauge, concrete, soil, asphalt, geotech, geotechnical, engineering technician, field technician, cylinders, ACI, American Concrete Institute, WAQTC, Western Alliance for Quality Transportation Construction, CAPA, Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association, NICET, National

Salary Range

Typical pay range for this position is $23 to $36 an hour and is commensurate with experience relative to the position.

Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies.

Job Description

We are actively seeking a team member who is currently working in the field of geotechnical engineering. You will be assisting project managers while working directly with clients under the supervision of a professional engineer logging and classification of soils in the field, performing geotechnical subsurface evaluations, foundation designs and calculations, septic designs, creating figures in CAD, shoring designs, and assisting in the oversight of lab analysis and troubleshooting. Additional duties include compilation of geotechnical laboratory test data, geotechnical calculations, lateral earth pressure, foundation capacity, settlements, and deep foundation design.

Education

B.S. / B.A. (Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Engineering) and Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Engineer Intern (EI) certification required.

Required Skills

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience, preferably with a geotechnical consulting firm performing duties described above. Candidate should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, positive attitude, good organizational skills, and a strong work ethic. Must be able to work both independently and as a team member.

We have created a great team environment that fosters our employees to dream big so that we might rally around them and help move them in their optimal direction to meet their career goals. Everyone has a starting place, and we want to share in the best that you have and best that you can become.

Our company has a robust benefits package as well as retirement options with maximum matching potential.

Salary Range

Typical salary range for this position is $60k to $90k and is commensurate with experience relative to the position.

About Best Engineering

Best Engineering is a family-owned business. Our approach is that our team is an extension of our family, and our clients are like guests in our home. We pride ourselves on quality, professionalism, and unparalleled service with a commonsense approach to engineering. We have established our business to date on word of mouth, reputation, and relationship with our clients. Through all these amazing opportunities, we have done our best to steward those clients and relationships in a way that is honoring to God and continuing to move forward with His leading.

The Position

We are actively seeking a motivated Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our rapidly growing family-owned Engineering firm.  This position will provide geotechnical engineering related to planning, design, analysis, oversight, and studies for project-specific solutions. This position will serve as lead project manager for the team, focusing on project execution, winning repeat work, and managing key client accounts. You will also perform geotechnical engineering design, project proposal and management duties with integrity and a drive to succeed. This role has a flexible work environment with options to work from home.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for scheduling/coordinating geotechnical specific work, as well as managing a team of Professional Engineers for a variety of projects, including residential and commercial foundation design.

Investigate residential and commercial sites to evaluate the cause and origin of geotechnical failure, damage, or defects.  Conduct and manage forensic geotechnical evaluations and direct, review, and oversee small to large private and public geotechnical projects.

Candidate will assist in providing engineering & construction related planning, analysis and oversight.

Successful candidate will mentor junior staff members, provide leadership, maintain client relationships, assist with marketing and business development, provide ongoing training to engineering staff, provide direction and review of engineering work products, prepare, review, and sign geotechnical proposals and reports.

Requirements:

This position requires experience in all phases of geotechnical and construction management, with a strong focus on client development meetings, proposals, and report creation and submission, and the ability to effectively problem solve and support clients and project portfolios.

Must be a licensed P.E. in the state of Colorado, with minimum of 8 years’ relevant work experience as a P.E.

Education requirements: BS in Civil Engineering with geotechnical emphasis required, MS preferred.

The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, proven track record of leadership, and experience as a positive mentor to junior staff.

Candidate should possess excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.

In addition, they should have strong critical thinking skills, as well as strong writing and communication skills.

Candidate should have a proven track record of successful client relationships.

Candidate may be required to do some occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs).

Verification of your right to work in the United States, as demonstrated by your completion of the I-9 Form upon hire and your submission of acceptable documentation (as noted in the I-9 Form) is required.

Verifying your identity and work authorization is required to be completed within three days of starting employment.

A valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record, in accordance with the Best Engineering Company Auto insurance and policy guidelines is required.

Benefits:

As an employee of BEST, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you will receive an excellent 401(k) match after your first year, engage in work that has a positive impact in our community, have the possibility of flexible work arrangements.

Salary Range

Typical salary range for this position is $100k to $150k and is commensurate with experience relative to the position.

About Best Engineering

Best Engineering Solutions and Technologies, LLC (DBA Best Engineering, LLC) is a Colorado-based geotechnical engineering firm providing subsurface investigation, laboratory testing, and engineering consultation services. We are a woman-owned small business (WOSB) committed to excellence, integrity, and building a workplace where every person feels valued.

The Position

The Office Manager is one of the most important roles in our company. This is an anchor position that supports the daily operations of a 25-person engineering firm and serves as the key link between leadership, field staff, project managers, and clients. We are looking for someone who genuinely wants to be the steady, welcoming presence at the center of our operations — and who wants to grow into a trusted, long-term member of our leadership team. This is not a stepping-stone role. We want someone who takes pride in being the person who makes everything run smoothly, who knows everyone’s name, and who cares about the culture and energy of the workplace as much as the work itself.

This role reports directly to the President & CFO and works closely with all departments including Field Operations, Construction Services, the Billing team, and company leadership.

Responsibilities:

Front Office & Client-Facing Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all incoming phone calls — answering, directing, and handling inquiries professionally and warmly

• Greet and welcome clients, vendors, and visitors, representing Best Engineering with professionalism and a positive attitude

• Receive, sort, and direct all incoming mail and packages

• Compose and send client letters and correspondence as directed by leadership

• Maintain a professional, organized, and welcoming office environment at all times

Operations & Administrative Coordination

• Coordinate project startup activities including creating job numbers, project folders, contracts, and distributing setup packages to the correct departments

• Maintain and manage employee timesheets and daily field paperwork, ensuring accuracy and timely submission

• Maintain billing tracking sheets for the billing team, ensuring all billable work is accurately captured

• Maintain a dispatch tracking sheet for the Construction Services department, tracking upcoming scheduled work and field assignments

• Coordinate project records and document management, maintaining organized digital and physical filing systems

• Coordinate inter-departmental communications between field teams, billing, project managers, and leadership

• Prepare and maintain administrative reports and operational tracking logs as directed

• Order and maintain office supplies, tracking inventory and placing orders proactively

• Serve as the primary point of contact for key office vendors

• Support technology and process improvement initiatives, including identifying efficiencies and assisting with implementation of new tools

• Coordinate with the company’s IT vendor for office technology needs

Accounting & Financial Support

• Assist with accounts receivable tracking and provide administrative support for collections follow-up

• Support billing documentation preparation and organization for the billing team

• Assist with vendor management, purchasing coordination, and supply ordering

• Maintain organized financial records and documentation as directed by the CFO

Technology & Systems Support

• Maintain and improve digital filing systems, shared drives, and company databases

• Support software and automation initiatives to improve administrative efficiency

• Assist with the implementation of new office technologies and process improvements

• Serve as a point of coordination with the company’s managed IT service provider

• Champion administrative efficiency improvements across all departments

Human Resources Support

• Assist the CFO with day-to-day and miscellaneous HR needs as they arise

• Perform intake of new employee paperwork, ensuring all forms are completed accurately and distributed to appropriate team members

• Maintain organized employee files and records in coordination with leadership

• Help coordinate coverage and provide support for additional administrative positions as needed

Culture & Team Engagement

• Work with the CFO to plan and facilitate monthly employee appreciation meals

• Maintain employee communication boards and prepare monthly announcements and recognition postings

• Celebrate employee birthdays by obtaining a card, circulating for team signatures, and presenting to the employee

• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and upbeat office culture where every team member feels seen and appreciated

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in an office coordinator, administrative assistant, or office manager role

• Outstanding interpersonal skills — warm, professional, and genuinely people-oriented

• Excellent telephone etiquette and written communication skills

• Strong organizational skills with a high degree of attention to detail

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 — Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams

• Comfortable with technology and eager to learn new software and tools

• Experience supporting project-based businesses (engineering, construction, architecture, surveying, or similar)

• Ability to maintain confidentiality with employee, financial, and client information

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work through challenges independently

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Self-starter who takes ownership and follows through without needing constant direction

• Comfortable and happy in a desk-based, in-office environment as the anchor of daily operations

Benefits:

As an employee of BEST, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you will receive an excellent 401(k) match after your first year, engage in work that has a positive impact in our community, have the possibility of flexible work arrangements.

Salary Range

Typical salary range for this position is $55k to $65k and is commensurate with experience relative to the position.