Project Manager, Civil or Geotechnical Engineer

Haley & Aldrich; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Solid benefits package

Competitive total compensation

Job summary

Haley & Aldrich is seeking a Project Manager, Civil or Geotechnical Engineer for our Vienna, VA office. The role leads multi-disciplinary teams on transportation-oriented projects, blending technical leadership with client-focused delivery.

You will oversee scope, cost, and schedule, mentor staff, and prepare deliverables while maintaining high-quality client engagements and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• BS in civil engineering; MS in geotechnical engineering preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Virginia or able to reciprocity within six months.
• 8+ years geotechnical experience incl. site investigation, lab testing, analysis, construction support.
• 2+ years managing geotechnical projects from proposal to construction.
• Familiarity with AASHTO, VDOT guidelines, and alternative delivery methods.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organization.
• Proficient in industry-standard software; OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of a collaborative project team on transportation design/construction.
• Understand client needs and deliver projects meeting client and company goals.
• Develop work scopes and cost estimates for new opportunities.
• Manage financial and technical aspects of projects.
• Assign and manage work within geotechnical teams.
• Execute projects to meet technical, quality, budget, and scheduling requirements.
• Plan and direct geotechnical field observation and testing programs.
• Prepare geotechnical analyses and recommendations for design/construction (deep foundations, embankments, etc.).
• Work effectively in a single profit center and collaborative environment.
• Prepare project deliverables including reports, plans, and specifications.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communications for client deliverables and regulatory submittals.
• Mentor/coaching for junior staff.

Skills

P.E. license (VA)

Geotechnical experience

Project management

Technical report writing

Communication skills

HAZWOPER preferred

Education

BS in civil engineering

MS in geotechnical engineering (preferred)

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

Project Manager, Civil or Geotechnical Engineer

Washington, DC, United States | req2125

Find your path and enjoy the journey at Haley & Aldrich. With us, you'll tackle clients' most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments and, in turn, build stronger communities. You'll work with teams of passionate colleagues, driven by a commitment to technical excellence and continuous learning.

As a company, we aim to build a world where communities go beyond resilience, embracing change as an opportunity to enhance safety, well-being, and quality of life. Join us to accelerate this vision and your professional development.

We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Project Manager, Civil or Geotechnical Engineer to work in a leadership role with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing group and company and get involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients. This is a full-time position located in our Vienna, VA office.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

In this position, youwill:

• Serve as a key member of our highly integrated, collaborative, and mutually motivated team on challenging high-profile design and construction projects, with a particular focus on transportation projects.
• Understand client needs and execute projects to achieve client and company goals.
• Develop work scopes and cost estimates for new opportunities.
• Be capable of managing financial and technical aspects of projects.
• Be effective in assigning and managing work.
• Execute projects to meet technical, quality, budgetary and scheduling requirements.
• Plan and direct geotechnical field observation and testing programs.
• Conduct geotechnical analyses and prepare geotechnical recommendations for design and construction projects, particularly deep foundation, embankment, ground improvement, and retaining wall design.
• Ability to work successfully in a single profit center, team-oriented and collaborative environment.
• Prepare project deliverables including reports, plans and specifications.
• Demonstrate very strong verbal communications and written skills including client deliverables and regulatory submittals.
• Demonstrate strong coaching and mentoring skills.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Minimum Skills andRequirements:

• Minimum of Bachelor of Science in civil engineering; Master's degree in geotechnical engineering preferred.
• Must be licensed as a Professional Engineer in Virginia or able to get reciprocity within six months.
• Minimum of 8 years of geotechnical experience including site investigation, laboratory testing, geotechnical analysis, and geotechnical engineering construction support experience, including professional services consulting experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience managing geotechnical engineering projects from proposal to construction.
• Familiarity with AASHTO, Virginia DOT and other State Transportation guidelines, and alternative delivery/design build procurement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Must be proficient at writing, review, and editing technical reports to meet scope and quality objectives and client expectations.
• Strong computer literacy skills including proficiency in industry standard software.
• OSHA 40-hr. HAZWOPER strongly preferred.

The salary range for this position in Vienna, VA is $115,000 - $140,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based upon a variety of factors such as education, related work experience, certificates, skills, and current market conditions. Haley & Aldrich reviews salary ranges each quarter to assess competitiveness with the market.

About Haley & Aldrich

Haley & Aldrich is committed to solving our clients' most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments. Our team of 1,000+ engineers and scientists across the United States draws inspiration from one mission: to work closely with clients as they navigate change to create safer, more robust places to live and work. Since our founding in 1957, organizations across the public and private sectors have relied on us for technical excellence and empathetic leadership that achieve results and secure a thriving tomorrow. Find us at haleyaldrich.com and LinkedIn.

Haley & Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, veteran, or any other legally protected status. We offer excellent career growth, a highly competitive total compensation plan, and a solid benefits package. Interested candidates should apply on our Careers page.

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES AND LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY

Haley & Aldrich, an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans´ Readjustment Act of 1974, Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and pursuant to Executive Order 13166, applicants with disabilities or limited English proficiency that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 1-617-886-7400 for assistance.