Project Manager - Geotechnical Engineering

About This Role

This project manager role in geotechnical engineering provides expertise in geotechnical analysis and design. It involves managing projects, supervising staff engineers, and acting as a client interface. The successful candidate will collaborate cross-functionally on a variety of geotechnical projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex analyses, structural design of pile elements and underpinning systems, and special engineering inspections
• Prepare technical documents and manage the preparation of proposals, reports, construction documents, and construction-related correspondence associated with managed projects
• Supervise field investigations, and conventional earthwork and foundation construction activities
• Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines
• Plan, schedule, and develop task and project budgets
• Prepare progress reports, draft change orders, draft invoices, and project billings
• Perform other duties as requested

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• Master’s degree with Geotechnical emphasis
• Professional Engineer licensure
• 10+ years of related Geotechnical experience
• 3+ years of field experience with geotechnical investigations and construction observation experience including: mass grading, deep foundations, subgrade for footings, ground improvement, and excavation support including tieback installation and testing
• Proven experience in preparing technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and geotechnical recommendations; writing proposals; running/coordinating projects; managing clients; managing billings; and reviewing the work of staff and mentoring staff
• Strong understanding of codes and other regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of quantitative/technical analyses and related software
• Possess an entrepreneurial and professional demeanor, as well as strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Desire and ability to seek out new business opportunities and develop additional clients while maintaining project workload
• Ability to coach and assist with the management of staff
• Demonstrated ability to work with staff, clients, and regulatory agencies
• A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and social skills
• Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing

Benefits

• Annual bonus and performance review program (discretionary, based on individual job performance and firm profitability)
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation time