Senior Project Manager - Geotechnical Engineering

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Mentoring programs

Job summary

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Geotechnical Engineering to join its collaborative team in Dallas, San Antonio, Houston or Celina, TX. This role leads client interaction, provides staff training and project leadership, and oversees technical reports, specs, plans, and geotechnical designs.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, expanding services, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• MS in Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• PE licensure.
• 10+ years of geotechnical experience.
• Experience with geotechnical investigations and construction inspections.
• Strong report writing and field coordination skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Project leadership

Client coordination

Technical reporting

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

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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