Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer: Lead Field & Design

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

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.