Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer

Engineering Consulting Service; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Project Manager/Engineer to join our Greensboro, NC office. You will lead field investigations, prepare geotechnical design recommendations and reports, and manage cost estimates and plans for diverse projects from high-rises to highways.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of geotechnical consulting experience, NC PE or ability to obtain, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering is required.
• PE license in North Carolina or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Minimum 5 years of geotechnical engineering experience in a consulting setting.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software: GeoStudio, gINT, LPile, Slope/W, Slide, Settle3D.
• Strong understanding of subsurface investigations, laboratory testing programs, and geotechnical design principles.
• Experience with foundation systems, retaining structures, ground improvement, and forensic investigations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead field investigations and geotechnical design for projects ranging from high‑rises to highways.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, proposals, and technical deliverables.
• Manage and execute geotechnical projects across Northern NC and surrounding regions.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams throughout project lifecycle.
• Mentor junior staff and review technical work.
• Coordinate with CMT field and lab technicians and incorporate findings into reports.
• Ensure compliance with project scopes, schedules, and budgets.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Field investigations

Technical reporting

Mentoring/training

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

GeoStudio

gINT

LPile

Slope/W

Slide

Settle3D

Job description

Responsibilities

ECS is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Project Manager/Engineer to join our Greensboro, NC office. As a Geotechnical Project Manager with ECS you will support projects of varying complexity alongside a team of expert, like-minded employee-owners. You will lead field investigations, prepare geotechnical design recommendations and geotechnical reports, manage and prepare cost estimates and contract plans for projects ranging from high-rises to highways!

Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute geotechnical engineering projects across Northern NC and surrounding regions
• Conduct and supervise field exploration programs, including soil borings, test pits, CPTs, and geophysical surveys
• Perform advanced geotechnical analysis including slope stability, settlement, shallow and deep foundations, and earth retention systems
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, proposals, and technical deliverables
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams throughout project lifecycle
• Mentor and guide junior staff; review and provide feedback on technical work
• Coordinate with CMT field and lab technicians and use their finding in your reports
• Conduct field, in-situ testing as needed
• Ensure compliance with project scopes, schedules, and budgets

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• PE license in North Carolina or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Minimum 5 years of geotechnical engineering experience in a consulting setting
• Proficiency with geotechnical software: GeoStudio, gINT, LPile, Slope/W, Slide, Settle3D, etc.
• Strong understanding of subsurface investigations, laboratory testing programs, and geotechnical design principles
• Experience with foundation systems, retaining structures, ground improvement, and forensic investigations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering
• Familiarity with CAD and/or MicroStation for collaboration with design teams
• Experience in proposal writing and business development
• Project management experience with DOT or large-scale commercial clients, residential, municipal, retail etc.
• Active participation in professional organizations (e.g., ASCE, DFI, Geo-Institute)

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

About Us

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), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) 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.