Geotechnical Project Lead | Flexible Schedule & Travel

CME Associates; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance with HSA option

Vision

Dental

Paid time off

Job summary

Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) in Canton, MI is seeking a Geotechnical Project Engineer/Manager to lead geotechnical aspects of diverse civil projects.

The position involves field investigations, design of foundations and earth structures, and coordinating multi-discipline teams. Travel to site locations is required and applicants should have extensive geotechnical experience and strong technical writing skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Advanced degree in geotechnical field preferred but not required.
• 10–15 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Able to pass PE exam or obtain within 1 year; multi-state licensure possible.
• Experience with MDOT/ODOT or transportation/local agencies preferred.
• Experience with construction materials testing/inspection and laboratory testing.
• Proficiency with geotechnical design software.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; field work outdoors and travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals for geotechnical tasks and projects.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute geotechnical field investigations and assess subsurface conditions.
• Act as phase/task or project manager for multi-discipline projects.
• Perform geotechnical analyses and calculations for foundations, slope stability, and earthwork.
• Design foundations, retaining structures, embankments, and other geotechnical components.
• Review technical reports, drawings, and specifications for construction.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to incorporate geotechnical considerations into designs.
• Monitor and inspect construction activities to ensure compliance with geotechnical design.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Field investigations

Technical writing

Communication

Education

ABET Civil Engineering

Geotechnical Master’s (preferred)

Tools

Geotechnical design software

Job description

Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) in Canton, MI is seeking a Geotechnical Project Engineer/Manager to lead geotechnical aspects of diverse civil projects.

The position involves field investigations, design of foundations and earth structures, and coordinating multi-discipline teams. Travel to site locations is required and applicants should have extensive geotechnical experience and strong technical writing skills.