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Building & Earth

Geotechnical engineering and testing

Junior Geotechnical Engineer 1

Full-TimePosted on 10/2/2026Deadline 10/1/27
No salary listed
Entry
Bachelor's
Montgomery, AL, USA
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About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is preferred, though other relevant fields will be considered.
  • No prior experience is required; training will be provided.
  • Must be willing to obtain ACI and Nuclear Gauge Safety Certifications.
Responsibilities
  • Assist with field and lab activities under close supervision.
  • Help prepare field reports and documentation.
  • Support testing and inspection services as needed.
  • Work alongside Project Managers to review construction documents and daily field reports.
  • Take on special assignments and projects assigned by Branch or Senior Management.

About the company

Building & Earth is a geotechnical engineering, construction-materials testing, and inspection firm. Engineers, geologists, technicians, drill crews, and inspectors support projects in the field and laboratory. It investigates sites, evaluates soil and foundations, tests construction materials, and performs special inspections and environmental services. The scope is Building & Earth Sciences and its technical service network. Roles include engineering, field testing, laboratory work, drilling, project management, safety, and administration. Its workforce connects frontline delivery with the specialist, operational, technical, and business teams that support the organization.

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Headquarters

Birmingham, Alabama

Founded

1998

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What believers are saying

  • Huntsville's new 8,000-square-foot office opened February 26, 2025, expanding lab capacity.
  • The company keeps winning work, including Paddy's Run Flood Pump Station Phase II.
  • Repeated ENR Top 500 recognition and UAB Fast 40 validate growth momentum.

What critics are saying

  • Terracon and Intertek-PSI dwarf Building & Earth, compressing pricing on repeatable testing.
  • ENR shows only $51.4 million revenue, limiting resilience against project delays.
  • Any major safety or test-failure lawsuit could destroy trust in contractor relationships.

What makes Building & Earth unique

  • Building & Earth offers geotechnical engineering, CMT, environmental consulting, and special inspections.
  • It operates in 35 states from 16 cities, giving regional coverage.
  • ENR ranked Building & Earth 405th in 2026, up from 449th.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Hours