Geotechnical Project Manager – Special Project Group

ECS Group of Companies; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS in Roanoke, VA seeks a Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical report preparation and manage CMT projects with a strong focus on meeting deadlines.

You will prepare proposals, manage budgets, and oversee change orders, invoices, and client meetings to provide technical solutions. Mentoring field staff and supervising drilling crews are also key responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required.
• 2 years of related experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) preferred.
• A professional license is required in each state you work to use the title; if not obtained, “Manager” will be used.
• If driving for ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare geotechnical reports with analysis and recommendations to meet deadlines.
• Manage CMT projects with daily report review and field staff training.
• Prepare proposals, manage budgets, and handle change orders and invoices.
• Host or attend project meetings with clients to discuss reports and provide solutions.
• Supervise drilling/test pit crews and mentor staff on projects.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Project management

Budget management

Client communications

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Civil/Geological Engineering

PE or PG preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

• Primarily involved with preparation of geotechnical reports, including analysis and recommendations with a strong commitment to meet project deadlines
• Manage construction materials testing (CMT) projects with daily report review, assist with resolution of issues, and training of field staff on your projects
• Prepare both geotechnical and CMT proposals, manage project budgets, and prepare change orders and invoices
• Host or attend project meetings with clients to follow up on delivered reports and provide technical solutions as necessary
• Other duties may include assisting with or performing the following with supervision:
  • Prepare drilling packages and obtain utility clearances
  • Perform research on local geologic history
  • Supervise field work performed by drilling/test pit crews and assist with rig access issues
  • Classify soil and assign laboratory testing
  • Mentor and support Staff Project Managers, Assistant Staff Project Managers, and technicians in their development

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required
• 2 years of related experience
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) preferred
• A professional license is required in each of the state(s) in which you work to use the license in the title. If a professional license has not yet been obtained, “Manager” will be used in the title.
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required.

Military Qualifications

• E-6

The expected pay range for this role and location is $70k - $90k/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.