Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer

ECS Group of Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited in Houston seeks a Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer to manage key client projects, lead project execution, provide technical oversight, and mentor junior staff. You will oversee the full lifecycle of geotechnical projects, develop scopes, budgets, and schedules, and ensure quality control.

Applicants should have 5+ years in geotechnical engineering, a PE license, and strong leadership and communication skills, with business development experience considered a plus.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Communication

Team leadership

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geology

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

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 licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
• E-7

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.