Geotechnical Engineering Project Manager

Kleinfelder•Cary, NC

10d

About The Position

Kleinfelder is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Project Manager to join its Geotechnical team in the Southeast. The location is very flexible. The role involves leading staff who perform geotechnical investigations, geohazard assessments, engineering design, and construction observation for infrastructure projects. It offers a career-growth opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial professional who can collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of projects and teams while meeting safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements. The position includes business development and client relationship work, staff mentorship and management, development of scopes for field and office tasks, and coordination of multidisciplinary projects with support from senior operations and technical staff. The candidate will also supervise field activities and prepare or review geotechnical designs, reports, and calculations as needed. Kleinfelder provides medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, continuing-education reimbursement, support for training and certification expenses, and career development opportunities through an internal mentoring program.

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.
Ability to work safely and efficiently while managing multiple tasks.
Ability to work independently or as part of 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.
Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license.
Experience 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 solid client relationships.
Coordinate and communicate with internal and external clients to understand their needs.
Lead a geotechnical group and project teams.
Mentor and manage junior staff and project-level geotechnical professionals through project performance.
Develop 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.