Geotechnical Engineer

SPM Resources; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SPM Resources is seeking a Geotechnical Project Engineer to develop and expand its Richmond, VA geotechnical operations. The role offers direct interaction with senior engineering leadership, independent project management, client development, and growth of a regional practice.

The ideal candidate has geotechnical experience, a desire for increased responsibility, and long‑term career growth within a national engineering firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geological/Geotechnical Engineering or related discipline.
• FE/EIT certification or ability to obtain.
• PE license preferred or eligible.
• Experience managing geotechnical projects including budgets, schedules and deliverables.
• Knowledge of geotechnical investigations, foundation engineering, soil testing, and construction oversight.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical engineering projects from initial proposal through completion.
• Assist with developing project scopes, proposals, budgets, and schedules.
• Oversee geotechnical investigations, engineering analyses, reports, and recommendations.
• Maintain project quality, profitability, and client satisfaction.
• Develop relationships with clients, contractors, and project partners.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to expand the Richmond geotechnical practice.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and field personnel.
• Coordinate field investigations, laboratory testing, and construction-related services.

Skills

Communications

Organizational skills

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

FE/EIT

PE license preferred / eligible

Tools

MS Office

gINT

AutoCAD

Job description

An established, national engineering, geotechnical and construction materials testing engineering consulting firm is seeking a Geotechnical Project Engineer to play a key role in developing and expanding its Richmond, VA geotechnical operations. This opportunity offers the ability to work directly with senior engineering leadership, manage projects independently, develop client relationships, and help build a growing regional practice. The ideal candidate is an experienced geotechnical professional seeking increased responsibility, professional visibility, and long-term career growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical engineering projects from initial proposal through completion.
• Assist with developing project scopes, proposals, budgets, and schedules.
• Oversee geotechnical investigations, engineering analyses, technical reports, and recommendations.
• Maintain project quality, profitability, and client satisfaction.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with clients, contractors, and project partners.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to expand the Richmond geotechnical practice.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and field personnel.
• Coordinate field investigations, laboratory testing, and construction-related engineering services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geological/Geotechnical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 1-4 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• FE/EIT
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain once qualified.
• Experience managing geotechnical projects, including budgets, schedules, and technical deliverables.
• Knowledge of geotechnical investigations, foundation engineering, soil testing, and construction oversight.
• Strong communication, organizational, and client relationship skills.
• Experience preparing proposals and developing new business relationships is highly desirable.
• Experience with MS Office products, working knowledge of gINT & AutoCAD preferred but not required.
• Ability to travel regionally as needed, up to approximately 40%.

OPPORTUNITY:

• Opportunity to help establish and grow a geotechnical operation in Richmond.
• Direct interaction with senior engineering leadership.
• Greater project ownership, independence, and decision-making responsibility.
• Opportunity to expand client relationships and contribute to business development.
• Long-term professional growth as the regional practice expands.