Project Engineer- Geotechnical

Responsibilities

• Manage small to medium size projects from start to completion.
• Prepare proposals for simple to medium large geotechnical engineering projects.
• Oversee field operations, including utility clearance, subconsultant, driller, and traffic control coordination, and logging activities.
• Review field boring logs and provide feedback to the loggers.
• Review laboratory test results.
• Model problems, perform analysis, and develop solutions.
• Perform geotechnical engineering analysis, develop recommendation, and prepare accurate reports.
• Review the labor and other expenses associated with the projects.
• Prepare and submit accurate invoices regularly and in a timely manner.
• Contact and follow up with clients on invoicing and status of payment.
• Affirmatively participate in professional organizations as determined by the Supervisor.
• Adhere and support the firm’s safety policies.
• Participate and support the implementation of the firm's Standard Operating Procedures and quality management practices.
• Immediately notify the Supervisor of all potential disputes that may lead to legal claims or litigation and provide support to settle disputes or defend against litigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited school is required.
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis on Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a relevant field. Management of medium size engineering projects required.
• Must possess Professional Engineer’s (PE) license in the State of Texas. If the P.E. licenses is obtained from a different state, P.E. license should be obtained in the State of Texas within six months of hiring.
• Possess a current valid state-issued driver's license and meet the company's auto insurability requirements.
• Must have excellent communication skills to interact with clients and staff successfully, having clarity and understanding in order to prevent errors. This includes being able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Organizational skills are important in this role to utilize company resources efficiently and effectively.
• Advanced knowledge of computer operations including Microsoft Office and other engineering programs.