Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer

ECS Group of Companies; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer for our Roanoke office. You will lead project execution, oversee technical analyses, mentor junior staff, and ensure quality from proposal through final invoicing.

The role requires 5+ years in geotechnical work, a PE license, and strong communication and leadership skills. Candidates must drive project success, manage budgets, and foster client relationships in a consulting setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the applicable state or eligible for reciprocity within three months.
• At least 5 years of geotechnical experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management, leadership, and business development abilities.
• Experience with construction materials testing and ASTM standards.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages geotechnical and CMT projects from proposal through completion.
• Oversees preparation and review of geotechnical reports with technical analysis.
• Ensures all project tasks from proposal to final invoice are completed on time.
• Manages project budgets, change orders, invoicing, and collections.
• Reviews field reports for quality, accuracy, and completeness.
• Prepares and oversees proposals and contracts.
• Serves as primary client and stakeholder contact.
• Hosts and participates in project meetings to present findings.
• Supervises field investigations, drilling, and testing activities.
• Provides technical oversight and verifies calculations and recommendations.
• Mentors and develops junior staff, technicians, and project managers.
• Supports staffing decisions and resource allocation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Geotechnical principles

Project management

Client relationships

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master of Science in Civil/Geological Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages geotechnical and CMT projects from proposal through completion
• Oversees preparation and review of geotechnical reports, including technical analysis and recommendations
• Ensures all project tasks, from proposal to final invoice, are completed accurately and on time
• Manages project budgets, change orders, invoicing, and collections
• Reviews field reports and ensures quality, accuracy, and completeness
• Prepares and oversees proposals and contracts
• Serves as primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders
• Hosts and participates in project meetings to present findings and provide technical solutions
• Supervises field investigations, drilling, and testing activities
• Provides technical oversight and verifies calculations and recommendations
• Mentors and develops junior staff, technicians, and project managers
• Supports staffing decisions and resource allocation
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience
• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required
• A Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required in each of the state(s) in which you work, or you must have the ability to obtain a local license through reciprocity within three months of hire date
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Advanced project management and consulting skills
• Strong business development and client relationship skills
• Extensive knowledge of geotechnical principles and applications
• Strong working knowledge of construction materials testing and ASTM standards
• Proficiency with geotechnical software
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a consulting environment
• Ability to mentor and develop staff

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

The expected pay range for this role and location is $70k - $105k/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

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 building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

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