Project Manager – Geotechnical Engineering

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Nashville to lead complex analyses, design pile foundations, and oversee field investigations for multiple projects. You will prepare technical reports, specifications, and construction documents while guiding team members and coordinating with clients.

The role requires a strong background in geotechnical engineering, project oversight experience, and licensure as a Professional Engineer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Master’s degree with Geotechnical emphasis.
• Professional Engineer licensure.
• 8+ years of related Geotechnical experience.
• 3+ years of field experience with geotechnical investigations and construction observation.
• Experience preparing technical reports, specifications, and construction plans.
• Knowledge of codes and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to coach and mentor staff and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex analyses, structural design of pile elements and underpinning systems.
• Prepare technical documents and manage proposals, reports, and construction correspondence.
• Supervise field investigations and earthwork and foundation construction activities.
• Manage multiple projects within budgets and schedules; prepare budgets and progress reports.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform complex analyses, structural design of pile elements and underpinning systems, and special engineering inspections.
• Prepare technical documents and manage the preparation of proposals, reports, construction documents, and construction-related correspondence associated with the projects managed.
• Supervise field investigations, and conventional earthwork and foundation construction activities.
• Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines; plan, schedule, and develop task and project budgets; prepare progress reports, draft change orders, draft invoices, and project billings.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Master’s degree with Geotechnical emphasis.
• Professional Engineer licensure.
• 8+ years of related Geotechnical experience.
• 3+ years of field experience with geotechnical investigations and construction observation experience including mass grading, deep foundations, subgrade for footings, ground improvement, and excavation support including tieback installation and testing.
• Proven experience in preparing technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and geotechnical recommendations; writing proposals; running/coordinating projects; managing clients; managing billings; and reviewing the work of staff and mentoring staff.
• Strong understanding of codes and other regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of quantitative/technical analyses and related software.
• Possess an entrepreneurial and professional demeanor, as well as strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Desire and ability to seek out new business opportunities and develop additional clients while maintaining project workload.
• Ability to coach and assist with the management of staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work with staff, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and social skills.
• Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.