Senior Geotechnial Project Manager
Make an impact on Virginia's infrastructure.
An established, growth-minded engineering consultancy is adding a Geotechnical Project Engineer to support highways, rail/bridge structures, retaining walls, slopes, pavements, ground improvement of soft soils/subgrades, and utility infrastructure across Virginia. If you're fluent in VDOT practice and enjoy moving seamlessly from field to design to client conversations, this one's for you.
What you'll do
- Lead/serve as Project Engineer on multi-disciplinary geotechnical and pavement assignments.
- Develop and oversee subsurface exploration programs and supervise field investigations.
- Perform design computations and prepare geotechnical engineering reports and recommendations.
- Contribute to construction documents, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Assist with task proposals and help nurture client relationships across Virginia.
- Foster innovative, efficient design concepts to improve delivery and constructability.
What you bring
- B.S. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical emphasis ideal).
- 5-10 years of geotechnical design experience; VDOT experience strongly preferred.
- Working knowledge of VDOT Geotechnical & Pavement MOI and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design specs.
- Software familiarity: Microsoft Office, gINT, LPile/APile, MSEW, Slide, Settle3, SLOPE/W, AASHTOWare Pavement ME, GRLWEAP.
- Strong written and verbal communication; proactive problem-solving; comfort coordinating with clients and internal teams.
Bonus points
- M.S. in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering.
- P.E. (Virginia preferred) or the ability to obtain VA PE within 6 months.
Why this role
- Work on high-visibility transportation and municipal projects statewide.
- Collaborate with seasoned geotechnical and pavement specialists; clear growth path.
- Hybrid work model with field exposure for well-rounded development.
Benefits & perks (representative)
- Competitive compensation package.
- Hybrid work (home & office).
- PTO + paid holidays.
- Health, dental, vision, life & disability coverage.
- 401(k) with match.
- Tuition reimbursement and career development support.
- Paid parental leave, wellness programs, and employee resource groups.
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