John Barrett

John Barrett is an experienced Geotechnical Project Engineer currently working at Geosyntec Consultants, where he oversees the construction of dam seepage remediation projects, notably at Boone Dam near Johnson City, TN.

With a diverse educational background, John holds degrees and certificates in Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering from various prestigious institutions like Kansas State University, University College Dublin, University of Missouri-Rolla, North Carolina State University, and Florida State University.

Throughout his career, John has contributed to a wide range of projects, including drilling operations, post-tensioned ground and rock anchors installations, staged construction on soft ground, dam foundation preparations, and foundation grouting.

As a licensed professional engineer in Tennessee, John brings a wealth of expertise to his role, managing tasks such as stress relief slots installation at Fontana Dam and geotechnical field investigations.

Prior to his current position at Geosyntec Consultants, John has held key roles at organizations like Mainstream Renewable Power, Gavin & Doherty Geosolutions (GDG), University College Dublin, Tennessee Valley Authority, and Quincy Joist Co.