Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer

Engineering Consulting Service; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Roanoke is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer to oversee key client projects. This role involves managing the full lifecycle of geotechnical engineering projects, providing technical oversight, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, strong project management skills, and a BS degree in Civil Engineering or similar. ECS promotes a collaborative culture and values high employee engagement.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical engineering projects through their lifecycle.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and plans.
• Perform geotechnical analysis and engineering calculations.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering expertise

Project management skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of industry standards

Business development experience

Education

BS in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

MS in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology

Job description

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer to manage key client projects in our Roanoke 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 Experience & Skills

• 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.

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.