Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer - Special Projects Group

ECS Ltd•Hanover, MD

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About The Position

The Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer is responsible for completing project work from proposal through final invoice payment, either directly or through subordinate staff. The role manages geotechnical and geostructural projects, reviews and oversees technical work, maintains client relationships, and supports business development. It also includes mentoring and developing junior staff, contributing to staffing decisions, and promoting ECS safety policies and culture. The position involves project and financial management, including ensuring contracts are in place, proposals and deliverables are completed on time, invoices are accurate, and collections and project profitability are addressed. The engineer hosts regular staff and project meetings, coordinates with clients and other staff, and reports regularly to a Principal. The role requires maintaining billability and providing technical guidance, training, and review for staff. ECS is an employee-owned engineering consulting company founded in 1988, providing geotechnical, construction materials, environmental, and building science and infrastructure consulting services. It has more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities across the United States.

Requirements

At least 5 years of related experience.
Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or a similar field.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in each state of work, or ability to obtain a local license through reciprocity within three months of hire.
Valid driver’s license if driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong project management, consulting, and business development skills.
Extensive knowledge of geotechnical and construction materials principles and applications.
Ability to build a team and foster mentorship, development, and training.
Strong knowledge of geotechnical-focused software.
Experience with geostructural design projects.
Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
High-level understanding of work prioritization and urgency in the consulting industry.
Ability to review and provide feedback on work performed by junior staff.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and established relationships in the local market.
Experience with power and energy projects, including generation, transmission, substations, and/or battery storage.
Experience with transportation projects, including highway and/or rail.

Responsibilities

Oversee the preparation and review of geotechnical reports and geostructural designs prepared by junior staff, with a focus on meeting project deadlines.
Manage geotechnical engineering projects, including boring layouts, utility clearances, drill rig supervision, in-situ testing, soil classification, laboratory test selection, and preparation of engineering reports.
Manage geostructural design projects involving earth retention systems, deep foundation elements, ground improvement, and/or dewatering.
Prepare and oversee the preparation and review of geotechnical and construction materials testing (CMT) proposals.
Periodically oversee CMT projects, review daily reports, help resolve issues, and train field staff.
Host or attend client project meetings, follow up on reports, and provide technical solutions as needed.
Mentor, train, and develop junior staff; provide training and ensure staff are qualified for assigned work.
Collaborate with managers on staffing decisions and workload balance.
Interface with clients weekly, market ECS services, develop the client database, and participate in professional organizations and events.
Use geotechnical software and/or calculations to verify work and support recommendations; take ownership of project completion and success.
Maintain an acceptable level of billability as directed by the supervisor.
Review field reports twice daily and manage project invoicing and collections; ensure contracts and pay applications are in place and invoices are correct.
Address project profitability and billability, maintain project records in ALF, and deliver projects and proposals on time.
Host weekly meetings with Staff Project Managers and Project Managers, meet weekly with the Principal, and coordinate project-specific meetings.
Participate in and promote ECS safety policies and culture; provide feedback on site safety planning, conduct field audits and safety investigations, attend safety meetings and training, report incidents and near misses, and stop work when hazards or violations are identified.
Perform preliminary reviews of proposals and contracts for training and development purposes.
Set goals and review assignments with junior staff, check progress daily, review work frequently, conduct timely performance evaluations, and review and approve direct reports’ weekly timecards.
Maintain client relationships and provide consultation and attend meetings as needed.
Present a positive customer service attitude and demonstrate understanding of ECS Core Values.