Geotechnical Project Lead & Manager - Foundations

CME Associates; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance with HSA option

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Catalytic Coaching program

Job summary

MSG, a leading geotechnical and civil engineering firm, seeks a Geotechnical Project Engineer/Manager in Grand Rapids, MI. You will lead field investigations, develop cost estimates, and coordinate multi‑discipline projects to deliver robust foundation and earthwork solutions.

The position requires a civil engineering degree, 10–15 years of geotechnical experience, and PE licensure within 1 year. Expect outdoor work, client interaction, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 10–15 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and obtain PE within 1 year; multi-state licensure.
• Experience with MDOT, ODOT, or similar agencies preferred.
• Experience with construction materials testing/inspection and laboratory testing.
• Experience with geotechnical design software.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and technical writing skills.
• Willingness to travel and perform outdoor fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals for geotechnical tasks or projects.
• Plan and execute geotechnical field investigations and assess subsurface conditions.
• Serve as phase/task or project manager for multi-disciplinary projects.
• Perform geotechnical analyses and calculations (e.g., ASD, LRFD) for foundations and earthwork.
• Design foundations, retaining structures, embankments and other geotechnical systems.
• Prepare/review technical reports, drawings and specs.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to integrate geotechnical requirements.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with design and specs.
• Coordinate staff engineers and technicians; travel as needed.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Field investigations

Education

ABET-accredited civil engineering degree

Tools

Geotechnical design software

Laboratory testing equipment

Job description

MSG, a leading geotechnical and civil engineering firm, seeks a Geotechnical Project Engineer/Manager in Grand Rapids, MI. You will lead field investigations, develop cost estimates, and coordinate multi‑discipline projects to deliver robust foundation and earthwork solutions.

The position requires a civil engineering degree, 10–15 years of geotechnical experience, and PE licensure within 1 year. Expect outdoor work, client interaction, and opportunities for advancement.