Geotechnical Project Engineer

NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401K

Wellness program

Employee assistance

Job summary

NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC in Florida seeks a Geotechnical Project Engineer based in Panama City Beach or Pensacola. You will lead geotechnical projects, supervise inspections and testing, review reports, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with clients to define scope, budget, and schedules.

The ideal candidate holds an ABET‑accredited Civil Engineering degree, is an EIT, has 5–10 years of geotechnical experience, and ideally a PE license or the ability to obtain it within a year.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree required.
• EIT certification required.
• 5–10 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• PE license preferred or obtainable within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical projects from inception to completion.
• Supervise special inspections and construction materials testing.
• Review technical reports to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and staff.
• Collaborate with PMs and clients on scope, budgets and schedules.
• Ensure all projects comply with regulations.
• Support business development and client presentations.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Mentorship

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Job description

NOVA Engineering is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Project Engineer to be based from EITHER our Panama City Beach or Pensacola, FL locations.

NOVA works on a diverse range of projects including commercial, industrial, retail, government, office, transportation, and residential developments. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions and exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geotechnical engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Conduct and oversee special inspections and construction materials testing projects.
• Review and approve technical reports for both geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing projects, ensuring they meet client and regulatory requirements.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff.
• Collaborate with project managers and clients to develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Ensure all projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation and client presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution, or an equivalent international degree with NCEES credential evaluation, is required
• EIT is required
• 5 - 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering is required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred or ability to obtain within a year
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Check out our Perks

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Paid time off
• Company-observed paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
• Company paid short term disability coverage
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.