Civil - Geotechnical

Geoengineer; Trumbull (CT); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K retirement plan

Advancement and ownership potential

Job summary

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Project Manager for our Glastonbury and Trumbull offices in Connecticut. The role involves leading project execution, client interaction, and mentoring staff, with potential advancement to principal.

Occasional travel and collaboration with a principal are expected. You will manage technical and financial aspects, contribute to proposals, and support business development while ensuring quality in geotechnical reports and analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering (MS preferred).
• 6+ years of relevant experience since college graduation.
• P.E. licensure required.
• Willingness to travel/out of town assignments may be expected.

Responsibilities

• Internal and client communications.
• Managing project team and day-to-day activities.
• Monitoring performance against contracts and budgets.
• Providing business development support.
• Preparing proposals and geotechnical reports under guidance.
• Staff training and reviews.
• Managing contractual and financial aspects of projects.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Financial management

Willingness to travel

Geotechnical modeling

Education

B.S. in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

M.S. preferred

P.E. license

Tools

SEEP/W

SLOPE/W

L-pile

Plaxis

MS Office

Job description

Glastonbury, CT 06033, USA
Trumbull, CT 06611, USA

Description

GZA’s

Job Description

Glastonbury, CT 06033, USA
Trumbull, CT 06611, USA

GZA’s Glastonbury and Trumbull office have an opening for a Geotechnical Project Manager to successfully execute all aspects of projects under the guidance and supervision of a company Principal. The successful candidate will represent the Company with the client throughout proposal, contract and project performance phases, will be responsible for day-to-day execution of technical and financial aspects of each project, will be involved with marketing activities and networking events, and will be involved with the development and mentoring of staff. Project Managers have ownership opportunities with the firm and the potential for advancement to principal levels.

Primary Responsibilities

• Internal and client communications
• Managing project team, delegating to office and field staff and executing day to day activities of projects
• Monitoring team performance for compliance with contractual agreements and budgets
• Providing business development support
• Preparing proposals and reviewing/writing geotechnical reports with Principal guidance and review
• Staff training and staff review
• Managing project contractual and financial issues (including terms of agreement, changes in scope, billing process)

Typical Duties May Include

• Manage and mentor GZA existing staff of project-level engineers
• Monitoring and documenting geotechnical aspects of construction projects
• Conducting/reviewing technical analyses/calculations
• Participating in meetings and agency consultation
• Site compliance inspections
• Developing construction plans
• Preparing construction cost/quantity estimates
• Performing and overseeing geotechnical computer modeling. Experience with geotechnical engineering programs including SEEP/W, SLOPE/W, L-pile and Plaxis is preferred.
• GZA emphasizes aOne Company environment, and as a member of our team, you may be asked to assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering required; Master's Degree preferred
• 6+ years of relevant experience since college graduation
• Experienced computer skills using MS Office and engineering software such as slope stability and shallow and deep foundations
• Excellent communication, problem solving and organizational skills
• Experience with financial project management
• Demonstrated delegation, leadership, and team building skills
• Experience in execution and management of multiple office and field tasks
• P.E. required
• Out of town assignments may be expected. Candidate must have consistent means of transportation to/from project sites and client meetings

The base salary for this position may range between $100,000.00 to $140,000.00. The actual base salary and total compensation will depend on many factors, including location, candidate experience, education, professional licensure, and other qualifications.

What You Will Be Getting

• Exciting and friendly work environment
• Convenient location
• Professional development and enrichment
• Leadership and technical training
• Professional society involvement and sponsorship
• Commitment to technical excellence and client relationships
• Collaborative and cooperative work community
• Advancement and ownership opportunities
• Generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and 401K retirement plan

About GZA

GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of more than 50 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environment. We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on geotechnical, environmental, water, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and location.

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