Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer

ECS Southeast, LLP; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Southeast, LLP is looking for an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer to manage key client projects in Charlotte. In this role, you will oversee the entire lifecycle of geotechnical engineering projects, develop scopes and budgets, perform analyses, and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, a BS in a relevant field, and a PE license. We promote a culture of high employee engagement and value community involvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Strong technical aptitude and knowledge of geotechnical principles.
• Experience leading and developing engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of geotechnical engineering projects.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and plans.
• Perform geotechnical analysis and engineering calculations.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

BS in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

MS in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar (preferred)

Job description

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer to manage key client projects in our Charlotte office. In this role, you will lead project execution, provide technical oversight, ensure quality control, and mentor junior staff.

• Oversee full lifecycle of geotechnical engineering projects.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and plans.
• Perform geotechnical analysis and engineering calculations.
• Supervise field exploration programs and interpret geotechnical data from boring layouts, utility clearances, and laboratory tests.
• Perform technical review of engineering designs, drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Provide coaching and guidance to junior engineers and project managers.
• Assist with business development efforts through community involvement and client engagement.
• Promote company values, positive culture, and high employee engagement.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Strong technical aptitude and knowledge of geotechnical principles.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Experience leading and developing engineering teams.
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations.
• Business development experience.

Required Education & Certifications:

• BS in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required.

Preferred Education & Certifications:

• MS in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar.

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position if they also meet the education and license requirements from the above "Required Qualifications" section:
• E-7

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee‑owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News‑Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News‑Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.