Geotechnical Project Engineer

Froehling & Robertson, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Company holidays

Disability coverage

401K retirement

Company cell phone

Company vehicle

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (F&R) is seeking a Project Manager for geotechnical services to lead large, multi-project efforts. You will coordinate engineers, drill crews, and sub-consultants to deliver results that exceed client expectations on every project.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or related field, 5–10 years of experience, and a P.E. license. Strong leadership, communication, and a commitment to safety and quality are essential; travel and site work are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Typically 5–10 years of experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Project management of geotechnical engineering on large and/or multiple projects addressing earthwork and foundation materials
• Manages geotechnical engineering projects from inception, including project schedules and budgets
• Preparation of geotechnical engineering project work scopes, schedules, budgets, invoices and proposals
• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria to provide quality engineering services
• Subsurface investigations including borings and test pits
• Oversees and provides guidance for staff that may include other engineers, geologists, drill crews and subcontractors to ensure our goal of exceeding our clients’ expectations on every project
• Coordinates and communicates with contractors and clients
• Satisfies multiple and unrelated deadlines
• Prepares technical reports and letters
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Project management

Geotechnical engineering

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.

This position will primarily provide project management for geotechnical services. Responsibilities include coordinating efforts of other engineers, drill crews, and sub-consultants to deliver results that ensure the goal of exceeding clients’ expectations on every project. May include leading subsurface investigations, performing engineering analysis and calculations, design and development of plans and specifications, and the preparation and review of reports for services provided.

What you will be doing:

• Project management of geotechnical engineering on large and/or multiple projects addressing earthwork and foundation materials
• Manages geotechnical engineering projects from inception, including project schedules and budgets
• Preparation of geotechnical engineering project work scopes, schedules, budgets, invoices and proposals
• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria to provide quality engineering services
• Subsurface investigations including borings and test pits
• Oversees and provides guidance for staff that may include other engineers, geologists, drill crews and subcontractors to ensure our goal of exceeding our clients’ expectations on every project
• Coordinates and communicates with contractors and clients
• Satisfies multiple and unrelated deadlines
• Prepares technical reports and letters
• Other duties as assigned

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technologies, or a related field
• Typically 5-10 years of experience
• P.E. license require
• Must be a team leader who can lead growth and success through F&R values
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (oral and written)
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams to achieve goals
• Excellent attention to details
• Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record
• Ability to continuously sit, stand, and walk
• Ability to occasionally lift less than 20 lbs
• Ability to work outside in frequent changes of temperatures
• Ability to occasionally bend, squat, climb, push, and pull
• Ability to work in environments containing dust and fumes
• Ability to drive to and from work sites, must have valid driver’s license with good-standing driving record
• Ability to occasionally travel overnight (less than 35%)

Perks + Benefits:

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401K retirement
• Company Cell Phone
• Usage of company vehicle when traveling to sites/labs, etc.

We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

F&R participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

EOE M/F/D/V/SO. Drug Free Workplace.