Senior Geotechnical Project Lead | PM & Field Oversight

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited in Charlottesville seeks an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer to manage key client projects. You will lead execution, provide technical oversight, ensure quality, and mentor junior staff. The role requires PE licensure and 5+ years of geotechnical experience, with a focus on team leadership and business development.

The position offers a competitive salary range and the opportunity to influence project outcomes while embracing ECS’s values and culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Experience leading and developing engineering teams.
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations.
• Business development experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of geotechnical engineering projects.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and plans.
• Perform geotechnical analysis and engineering calculations.
• Supervise field exploration programs and interpret geotechnical data from boring layouts, utility clearances, and laboratory tests.
• Perform technical review of engineering designs, drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Provide coaching and guidance to junior engineers and project managers.
• Assist with business development efforts through community involvement and client engagement.
• Promote company values, positive culture, and high employee engagement.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Safety regulations

Education

BS in Civil/Geological Engineering

PE license

Job description

ECS Limited in Charlottesville seeks an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer to manage key client projects. You will lead execution, provide technical oversight, ensure quality, and mentor junior staff. The role requires PE licensure and 5+ years of geotechnical experience, with a focus on team leadership and business development.

The position offers a competitive salary range and the opportunity to influence project outcomes while embracing ECS’s values and culture.