Geotechnical Project Leader & PM — ESOP & Growth

S&Me, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) plan

PTO & Holidays

Maternity/Parental Leave

Company vehicle

Job summary

S&ME, Inc. in Cincinnati, Ohio, seeks a Geotechnical Project Engineer/Project Manager to lead geotechnical investigations from planning through completion, coordinating subsurface explorations, field observations, and laboratory testing while delivering clear, client-ready reports.

The role blends technical analysis with project coordination, budgeting and invoicing, and mentoring of junior staff, offering hands-on responsibility on diverse public and private projects and a strong safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Mining, or related engineering field.
• 6+ years of geotechnical engineering experience, including 2+ years in project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Project Coordination & Execution: Support and manage geotechnical investigations by coordinating subsurface explorations, field observations, and laboratory testing to meet project scope and schedule
• Technical Analysis & Engineering Judgment: Analyze soil, rock, and groundwater data to develop practical geotechnical recommendations for foundations, earthwork, pavements, and site development
• Project Management: Manage project financial performance, including budgeting, invoicing, profitability, and accounts receivable.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare geotechnical engineering reports, calculations, and design recommendations that clearly communicate findings, risks, and assumptions to clients and project teams
• Client & Team Collaboration: Coordinate with project managers, field staff, subcontractors, and clients to address project questions, changing conditions, and technical challenges
• Mentorship & Safety Focus: Work alongside and mentor junior staff while promoting a strong safety, quality, and professional development culture

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Mining engineering

Job description

S&ME, Inc. in Cincinnati, Ohio, seeks a Geotechnical Project Engineer/Project Manager to lead geotechnical investigations from planning through completion, coordinating subsurface explorations, field observations, and laboratory testing while delivering clear, client-ready reports.

The role blends technical analysis with project coordination, budgeting and invoicing, and mentoring of junior staff, offering hands-on responsibility on diverse public and private projects and a strong safety and