Project Geotechnical Engineer

The Opportunity

Key Responsibilities

Engineering and Technical Delivery

• Plan and coordinate subsurface investigations involving soil borings, test pits, sampling, field testing, and laboratory programs.
• Interpret subsurface conditions and develop geotechnical design parameters.
• Perform engineering analyses related to foundations, settlement, retaining structures, excavations, slopes, pavement systems, and earthwork.
• Develop recommendations for shallow and deep foundations, ground improvement, temporary support systems, and construction dewatering.
• Evaluate geotechnical risks and communicate practical recommendations to clients and design teams.
• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, memoranda, proposals, and construction documents.
• Review laboratory and field data for accuracy, completeness, and technical relevance.
• Provide engineering support during design and construction.

Project Management

• Develop scopes, budgets, schedules, and investigation plans for geotechnical assignments.
• Coordinate field crews, drilling subcontractors, laboratories, and other project resources.
• Monitor project performance and communicate changes in scope, schedule, or budget.
• Manage multiple assignments while maintaining technical quality and responsiveness.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, environmental, architectural, and construction teams.
• Support projects from initial investigation through design and construction.

Construction and Field Support

• Conduct or oversee construction observations for foundations, earthwork, excavations, retaining systems, and ground improvement.
• Evaluate unexpected subsurface or construction conditions and develop timely recommendations.
• Review field reports, boring logs, test results, and construction documentation prepared by junior staff.
• Participate in site meetings and communicate technical findings to contractors, clients, and design professionals.
• Travel to project sites throughout the region as required.

Client and Team Responsibilities

• Develop productive working relationships with clients and project partners.
• Serve as a day-to-day technical contact on assigned projects.
• Assist with proposals, fee estimates, interviews, and client-development activities.
• Delegate assignments to junior engineers and field staff.
• Mentor early-career professionals in field methods, engineering analysis, technical writing, and project delivery.
• Support internal quality-control reviews and established engineering procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Master's degree with a geotechnical emphasis is preferred.
• 4-8 years of relevant geotechnical consulting experience.
• Engineer-in-Training certification required.
• Professional Engineer license or active progress toward licensure is strongly preferred.
• Experience planning geotechnical investigations and interpreting subsurface data.
• Working knowledge of foundation engineering, settlement, earthwork, retaining structures, slope stability, and construction practices.
• Experience preparing geotechnical reports, calculations, proposals, and technical memoranda.
• Ability to manage project scope, schedule, and budget with guidance from senior staff.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical recommendations clearly to clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for project-site visits.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) options with employer matching
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Paid vacation, sick time, holidays, and parental leave
• Annual bonus consideration
• Educational reimbursement
• Professional licensing incentives
• Technical training and mentorship
• Opportunities to progress into project management and client leadership

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