Geotechnical Engineering Project Manager

Kleinfelder Inc•Greensboro, NC

12d

About The Position

Kleinfelder is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Project Manager to join its Southeast team, with flexible location. The successful candidate will lead staff performing geotechnical investigations, geohazard assessments, engineering design, and construction observation for infrastructure projects. The role offers an opportunity to grow the business and collaborate with teammates and clients. The Project Manager will manage a project portfolio to meet safety, quality, schedule, budget, client, and company requirements; develop business pursuits and client relationships; lead geotechnical teams; mentor junior staff; develop scopes for field and office tasks; and coordinate multidisciplinary projects with support from senior operations and technical staff. The position also includes supervising field activities and preparing or reviewing geotechnical designs, reports, and calculations. Candidates should have an engineering or geology bachelor's degree and at least five years of related experience. A master's degree in geotechnical engineering or a related field is a plus. An EIT or GIT license is required; a PE or PG license is preferred. The position requires safe, organized, self-motivated work, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently or collaboratively.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Geological, or Mining) or Geology.
At least 5 years of related experience.
Engineer/Geologist in Training (EIT/GIT) license.
Positive work attitude and ability to work safely and efficiently while managing multiple tasks.
Ability to work independently or with a team in a multidisciplinary environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to adhere to work assignments and schedules; self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented.
Following an offer, satisfactory completion of employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report, and a comprehensive background check.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or a related field.
PE or PG license.
Strong analytical skills in soil and rock classification, slope stability analysis, earth retention systems, shallow and deep foundation design, construction support, and soil improvement techniques.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of projects to meet client and company requirements for safety, quality, schedule, and budget.
Develop business pursuits and maintain strong client relationships.
Coordinate and communicate with internal and external clients to understand their needs.
Lead geotechnical groups and project teams.
Mentor and manage junior staff and project-level geotechnical professionals through project performance.
Develop appropriate scopes for geotechnical field and office tasks.
Coordinate and manage small- to large-sized multidisciplinary projects with guidance and support from senior operations and technical staff.
Safely supervise field exploration, sampling, inspection, analysis, and technical activities.
Prepare or review geotechnical designs, reports, and calculations as needed.