Senior Project Manager - Geotechnical Engineering

Socket.dev; Celina (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Langan is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Geotechnical Engineering to join our Dallas, San Antonio, Houston or Celina, TX team. You will manage client interactions, lead projects, and prepare technical reports and plans for foundations, retaining walls, and other geotechnical aspects.

The role offers collaboration with senior leaders, mentorship for staff, and opportunities to grow technically in a dynamic, globally active firm with a strong emphasis on training and community impact.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering; Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of geotechnical experience with investigations and construction inspections.
• Professional Engineer licensure.
• Experience writing geotechnical reports and specifications.
• Field experience in earthwork, pile construction, footings, ground improvements, retaining walls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical reports, specifications, plans, and geotechnical recommendations.
• Prepare proposals, coordinate projects, manage clients and billing.
• Provide mentorship and review staff work.
• Expand services to existing clients and develop new clients while maintaining billability.
• Support excavation designs and Plaxis 3D analysis.
• Log borings and observe construction projects.
• Manage multiple projects within budgets and schedules; monitor timelines.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project leadership

Client coordination

Mentorship

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

gINT

Slide/SLOPE/W

PLAXIS

LPILE

GRLWEAP

MSEW

SHAKE

Job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Geotechnical Engineering to join its collaborative team in Dallas, San Antonio, Houston or Celina, TX. This individual will serve a key function in managing client interaction, providing staff training and project leadership, preparation of technical reports, specifications, plans, designing foundations, retaining walls, and other geotechnical aspects of construction. In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner cross-functionally with top industry leadership in an ever-evolving environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Preparation of technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and geotechnical recommendations;
• Preparation of proposals, coordinating projects, managing clients and managing billings;
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and review of work for staff;
• Expand services to existing clients, and the potential to develop new clients while maintaining strong billability;
• Support of excavation designs and Plaxis 3D analysis;
• Log borings and perform observation during construction projects;
• Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines. Monitor budgets, schedules, and project timelines; and
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field;
• Professional Engineer licensure;
• 10+ years related geotechnical experience;
• Prior experience with geotechnical investigations and construction inspections;
• Office experience with investigation and field work coordination, geotechnical reports, and specification writing;
• Prior field experience in: earthwork, driven and drilled pile construction, load testing, footings subgrade and backfill inspection, ground improvements, retaining wall design and construction, and excavation support system design and inspection;
• Desired software knowledge: gINT, Slide/SLOPE/W, PLAXIS, LPILE, GRLWEAP, MSEW, SHAKE;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
• Some field work is required; and
• Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well‑being and success of our employees.

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