Senior Geotechnical Engineer — Fieldwork & Leadership

SOCOTEC, Inc.; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC, Inc. (Ninyo & Moore, a SOCOTEC Company) is a geotechnical and environmental sciences consulting firm providing services in geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, geophysics, hydrogeology, soil testing, and remediation in the Austin area.

We seek a Senior Geotechnical Project Manager to lead geotechnical, forensic, and construction projects, interact with clients, and manage budgets. You will coordinate field activities, perform analyses, and prepare technical reports while

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required.
• Minimum 10+ years of geotechnical consulting experience.
• Familiarity with Austin-area projects preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical, forensic, and construction projects.
• Interact directly with clients and manage project budgets.
• Coordinate and participate in field activities (borings, test pits, trenches).
• Evaluate geologic and seismic hazards and perform analyses.
• Prepare geotechnical proposals and technical reports.
• Provide mentorship to staff engineers, geologists, and technicians.

Skills

PE license

10+ years geotechnical consulting

Client interaction

Budget management

Communication skills

Team mentorship

Education

B.S. Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

M.S. in related field preferred

Job description

SOCOTEC, Inc. (Ninyo & Moore, a SOCOTEC Company) is a geotechnical and environmental sciences consulting firm providing services in geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, geophysics, hydrogeology, soil testing, and remediation in the Austin area.

We seek a Senior Geotechnical Project Manager to lead geotechnical, forensic, and construction projects, interact with clients, and manage budgets. You will coordinate field activities, perform analyses, and prepare technical reports while