Geostructural Staff Project Manager

What You'll Do

• Primarily focused on geostructural design, including calculations and plan preparation. Geostructural design performed for ground improvement, retaining walls, temporary support of excavation, underpinning, temporary groundwater dewatering, slope stability, and specialty deep foundations.

• Assist with submittal reviews of contractor shop drawings, including vendor qualifications, materials, procedures, proof and verification tests, and other related construction documentation.

• Prepare proposals, manage project budgets, and prepare change orders and invoices.

• Host or attend project meetings with clients to follow up on delivered reports and provide technical solutions as necessary.

• Other duties include assisting with or performing traditional geotechnical engineering responsibilities, with supervision:

• Prepare AutoCAD drawings for engineering designs, geotechnical profiles, and location plans.

• Prepare drilling packages and obtain utility clearances.

• Perform research on local geologic history, soils maps, and geohazard mapping.

• Supervise field work performed by drilling/test pit crews and assist with rig access issues.

• Perform in-situ testing and may perform specialized geotechnical field testing.

• Classify soil/rock and assign laboratory testing.

• Mentor and support Staff Project Managers, Assistant Staff Project Managers, and technicians in their development.

What We're Looking For

• BS and/or MS in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Geological Engineering, or similar.

• Engineering-In-Training required; Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.

• 0-4 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.

• Strong technical aptitude and knowledge of geotechnical principles.

• Basic knowledge of geotechnical-focused software, such as Lpile, GROUP, Rocscience Suite, MSEW, SNAIL.

• Experience with MathCAD, AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation preferred.

• Strong knowledge of geotechnical and construction materials testing ASTM, AASHTO, and/or NCMA standards.

• Excellent project management and communication skills.

• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations.

• Business development experience.

• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required.

Who We Are

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental, and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 2,800 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is ranked #64 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2024), #144 in Top 200 Environmental Firms, and #28 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List. For more information about ECS, click here.

We value our employees and provide benefits such as paid time off, health and insurance plans, retirement and college savings plans, and more. Click here to learn more about ECS's benefits.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.