Geotechnical Staff Project Manager I

Engineering Consulting Services; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in engineering consulting is seeking a motivated individual to support geotechnical and construction materials testing projects. This exciting role involves collaborating with senior staff to prepare thorough geotechnical reports and managing various testing projects. With no prior experience required, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates to kickstart their careers in a supportive environment. The company values its employees and provides excellent benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans. If you're eager to learn and grow in a dynamic field, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

College Savings Plans

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• No prior experience needed, but a valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation of geotechnical reports and manage CMT projects.
• Assist with boring layouts, utility clearances, and supervise field work.

Skills

Geotechnical Analysis

Construction Materials Testing

Project Management

Soil Classification

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Master of Science in Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Geology

Job description

What You'll Do

• Primarily involved with tasks supporting the preparation of geotechnical reports, including analysis and recommendations formulated in collaboration with senior staff
• Manage construction materials testing (CMT) projects with daily report review, assist with resolution of issues, and training of field staff on your projects
• Manage project budgets on both geotechnical and CMT projects and prepare invoices
• Other duties may include assisting with or performing the following with supervision:
  • Perform boring and test pit layouts and evaluate site access
  • 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
  • Perform in-situ testing
  • May perform specialized geotechnical field testing
  • Classify soil and assign laboratory testing
  • Assist with preparation of proposals for both geotechnical and CMT projects for training and developmental purposes

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required
• No experience required
• A professional license is not required in this position but is necessary to progress in your career.
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required.

Who We Are

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 2,700 employees in 90+ offices and testing facilities across the United States. ECS is currently ranked #64 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2024) and #28 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2024). To learn more about us, click here.

We love our employees and we show this through providing some great benefits, including paid time off, health and other insurance plans, retirement and college savings plans, and more. Click here to learn more about the great benefits at ECS.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.