Geotechnical Project Engineer

ECS Ltd • Chantilly, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Geotechnical Project Engineer to join our Chantilly, VA team and advance in a dynamic work environment. In this role, you’ll successfully manage a variety of projects and collaborate with project teams from senior engineers to field staff to meet project deadlines. Primarily involved with preparation of geotechnical reports, including analysis and recommendations with a strong commitment to meet project deadlines. Manage construction materials testing (CMT) projects with daily report review, assist with resolution of issues, and training of field staff on your projects. Prepare both geotechnical and CMT proposals, manage project budgets, and prepare change orders and invoices. Host or attend project meetings with clients to follow up on delivered reports and provide technical solutions as necessary. Other duties may include assisting with or performing the following with supervision: Prepare drilling packages and obtain utility clearances. Perform research on local geologic history. Supervise field work performed by drilling/test pit crews and assist with rig access issues. Classify soil and assign laboratory testing. Mentor and support Staff Project Managers, Assistant Staff Project Managers, and technicians in their development.

Requirements

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required
• 2 years of related experience
• EIT required, PE preferred
• A professional license is required in each of the state(s) in which you work to use the license in the title. If a professional license has not yet been obtained, “Manager” will be used in the title.
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required.
• US Military ranks E-6 will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements.

Nice To Haves

• PE preferred

Responsibilities

• Preparation of geotechnical reports, including analysis and recommendations with a strong commitment to meet project deadlines
• Manage construction materials testing (CMT) projects with daily report review, assist with resolution of issues, and training of field staff on your projects
• Prepare both geotechnical and CMT proposals, manage project budgets, and prepare change orders and invoices
• Host or attend project meetings with clients to follow up on delivered reports and provide technical solutions as necessary
• Prepare drilling packages and obtain utility clearances
• Perform research on local geologic history
• Supervise field work performed by drilling/test pit crews and assist with rig access issues
• Classify soil and assign laboratory testing
• Mentor and support Staff Project Managers, Assistant Staff Project Managers, and technicians in their development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level