Geotechnical Engineer - Huntsville

LVI Associates; Huntsville (AL); In loco; USD 110.000 - 160.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

LVI Associates in Huntsville, Alabama, is seeking a Geotechnical Project Manager to lead diverse geotechnical projects, advance client relationships, and mentor junior staff as part of a growing regional practice. You will oversee proposals, budgets, schedules, and field investigations, collaborating with clients and teams to deliver high‑quality infrastructure solutions.

The role requires a PE license in Alabama or the ability to obtain within six months, and 5+ years of geotechnical consulting

Competenze

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical emphasis)
• PE license in Alabama or ability to obtain within six months
• 5+ years of geotechnical engineering consulting experience
• 5+ years of project management experience
• Experience with shallow & deep foundation design, retaining walls, earthwork and site development, geotechnical investigations, soil testing, and slope stability analysis

Mansioni

• Manage geotechnical projects from proposal through completion
• Develop scopes, budgets, schedules, and fee estimates
• Lead client communication and project coordination
• Perform geotechnical analyses and engineering evaluations
• Provide foundation, retaining wall, earthwork, and slope stability recommendations
• Review subsurface investigations and laboratory data
• Prepare geotechnical reports and proposals
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget

Conoscenze

Project management

Client communication

Leadership

Geotechnical analysis

Mentoring

Formazione

Bachelors in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

Master's degree preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

Build Your Foundation. Build Your Future. Build Your Legacy.

A growing multidisciplinary engineering and infrastructure consulting firm is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join its Huntsville, Alabama office. This individual will lead a variety of geotechnical projects while working closely with clients, technical staff, and project teams across the Southeast.

This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer looking to take ownership of projects, expand client relationships, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the delivery of critical infrastructure developments throughout the region.

As a Geotechnical Project Manager

You will be responsible for managing projects from proposal development through completion while ensuring technical excellence, schedule adherence, and financial performance.

Projects may include commercial developments, industrial facilities, transportation infrastructure, public works projects, retaining structures, foundations, and site development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical projects from proposal through final delivery
• Develop scopes of work, project budgets, schedules, and cost estimates
• Coordinate contracts, invoicing, safety planning, and project execution
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders
• Lead field investigations and oversee field personnel and technicians
• Perform geotechnical analyses and engineering evaluations
• Develop recommendations for shallow and deep foundations
• Conduct slope stability and retaining wall analyses
• Review geological, topographical, and survey data to evaluate project feasibility
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, technical proposals, and construction recommendations
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget
• Mentor and support junior engineering staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus
• Master's Degree preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Alabama or ability to obtain within six months
• 5+ years of geotechnical engineering consulting experience
• 5+ years of project management experience
• Experience with:
  • Shallow and deep foundation design
  • Retaining wall design
  • Expansive and soft soil conditions
  • Earthwork and site development projects
  • Geotechnical field investigations
  • Soil laboratory testing and interpretation
  • Slope stability analysis
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and client relationships

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Established and respected engineering consultancy with a strong regional presence
• Diverse portfolio of transportation, industrial, commercial, and public infrastructure projects
• Opportunity to manage projects from start to finish
• Clear path toward senior leadership and expanded responsibility
• Collaborative multidisciplinary environment
• Strong commitment to employee development and work-life balance
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits program

Location

Huntsville, Alabama

Employment Type

Full-Time

Desired Skills and Experience

Geotechnical Engineer (Project Manager)

Are you a Geotechnical Engineer looking for more ownership, stronger project leadership opportunities, and a pathway to grow your influence within a respected engineering consulting environment?

A well‑established multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer / Project Manager to join its Huntsville team. This position offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and site development projects while working directly with clients, leading technical teams, and helping shape the future growth of the geotechnical practice.

You’ll have the chance to oversee projects from proposal through completion, mentor junior staff, and contribute to high‑profile commercial, industrial, transportation, and public infrastructure developments across the Southeast.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing geotechnical projects from proposal through completion
• Developing scopes, budgets, schedules, and fee estimates
• Leading client communication and project coordination
• Performing geotechnical analyses and engineering evaluations
• Providing foundation, retaining wall, earthwork, and slope stability recommendations
• Reviewing subsurface investigations, laboratory testing, and field data
• Preparing and reviewing geotechnical reports and proposals
• Mentoring junior engineers and technical staff
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical emphasis)
• PE License (Alabama) or ability to obtain within six months
• 5+ years of geotechnical consulting experience
• 5+ years of project management experience
• Experience with:
  • Shallow & deep foundations
  • Retaining walls
  • Earthwork & site development
  • Expansive & soft soils
  • Geotechnical investigations
  • Soil laboratory testing
  • Slope stability analysis
• Strong client-facing and leadership skills

Why This Opportunity

• Established engineering consultancy with an excellent regional reputation
• Diverse portfolio of transportation, commercial, industrial, and public-sector projects
• Significant client interaction and project ownership
• Opportunity to mentor and develop younger engineers
• Strong work-life balance culture
• Clear path for career progression and leadership growth
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Location

Huntsville, Alabama