Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer

Responsibilities

• Primarily involved with overseeing the preparation and review of geotechnical reports from junior staff with a strong commitment to meeting project deadlines
• Management of geotechnical engineering projects, which will consist of performing boring layouts, obtaining utility clearances, supervising drill rigs, performing in-situ testing, classifying soils, determining appropriate laboratory tests, and preparing geotechnical engineering reports
• Prepare and oversee the preparation and review of geotechnical and CMT proposals by junior staff
• Oversee CMT projects with daily report review and assist junior staff with resolution of issues and training of field staff
• Host or attend project meetings with clients to follow up on delivered reports and provide technical solutions as necessary
• Mentor, train, and develop junior-level staff
• Collaborate with other managers to help make staffing decisions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required; Professional Geologist (P.G.) license may be acceptable in certain states
• 5+ years of experience in geotechnical and transportation engineering, with a focus on design, project management, and technical leadership
• Expertise in DOT Geotechnical Design Manual (GDM), AASHTO LRFD specifications, and geotechnical software (e.g., gINT, LPile, APile, MSEW, FB-Pier, GRLWEAP)
• Proficiency in MicroStation is preferred
• Proven track record of leading technical reviews and serving as a senior technical reviewer at a previous firm
• Strong analytical, report-writing, and communication skills
• Demonstrate initiative and leadership in problem-solving and decision-making
• Valid driver’s license required for travel on behalf of ECS