Licensed Geotechnical Engineer (1099)
Engagement Type - Independent Contractor (1099) or Teaming Partner Firm Access | Per-Task-Order Engagement
Location - Remote with site inspection travel as task order requires
Rate - $235 (consultant direct rate or teaming firm rate)
1099 Engagement — Independent Contractor: This is an independent contractor (1099), not W-2 employment. Consultants execute a PSCG Master Independent Consultant Agreement for pre-qualification on the bench. Paid engagement occurs only when specific Task Orders are issued under the Master ICA. Consultants set their own hours within defined deliverable deadlines, maintain their own equipment, and are free to work for other clients. No PSCG benefits apply; consultants manage their own taxes, insurance, and retirement.
PSCG accesses geotechnical engineering expertise through its pre-qualified consultants and teaming partner firms. Geotechnical engagements typically support landslide assessment, slope stability analysis, and soil/foundation evaluation on FEMA and USACE recovery task orders.
PSCG is looking for Licensed Geotechnical Engineers for per-task-order engagement on disaster response work involving slope stability, landslides, debris flows, and soil/foundation assessment. Current likely application: Kagman landslide assessment on Saipan under FEMA-3645-EM.
Scope -
• Conduct geotechnical field assessments of slope failures, landslides, and soil conditions.
• Prepare geotechnical reports supporting FEMA Project Worksheets.
• Scope Section 406 Hazard Mitigation measures for geotechnical risks.
• Provide engineering judgment on foundation and earthwork eligibility questions.
• Coordinate with civil and structural engineering teams on integrated assessments.
Requirements -
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license with geotechnical practice authorization.
• Minimum ten (10) years of licensed practice in geotechnical engineering.
• Demonstrated post-disaster geotechnical assessment experience.
• Knowledge of slope stability analysis software (SLIDE, SLOPE/W, or equivalent).
• Professional liability insurance with minimum $2M per claim coverage.
• U.S. Citizenship.
Preferred Qualifications –
•Active Public Trust or Secret clearance.
• Specialty in tropical or Pacific region geotechnical conditions.
• Prior FEMA, USACE, or state emergency management geotechnical work.
Engagement Terms –
• Engagement under PSCG Master Independent Consultant Agreement or Teaming Agreement.
• Consultant or firm maintains own professional liability coverage.
How to Join the Bench
Send resume, licensure documentation (if applicable), and a brief statement on current client portfolio and availability to careers@pinnaclescg.com and patricia.hughes@essentialhcsolutions Qualified candidates will be invited to execute a PSCG Master Independent Consultant Agreement and be added to the bench for activation when applicable Task Orders arise. Joining the bench creates no paid engagement obligation for either party until a specific Task Order is executed. Reference position code PE-GEO in the subject line.
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