Regional Manager – Geotechnical Engineering

Vertex Resource Group•Dallas, TX

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Vertex Resources Services Inc. is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Regional Manager – Geotechnical Engineering to lead our growing geotechnical team in Texas. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership ability, and a commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions for public and private sector projects throughout Texas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (Master’s in Geotechnical Engineering preferred).
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas.
8+ years of geotechnical engineering experience, including project management.
Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams and overseeing complex projects.
Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundations, slope stability, ground improvement, and geotechnical software.
Excellent communication, organizational, and client-management skills.
Experience with transportation, commercial development, municipal infrastructure, or energy projects.
Familiarity with TxDOT standards and procedures.
Experience with proposal development and business development.
Advanced analysis tools (e.g., PLAXIS, GeoStudio, LPILE, SHAFT).
Familiarity with CMT Services

Responsibilities

Lead geotechnical investigations, site characterization, and subsurface exploration programs in the DFW, Texas area
Provide technical mentoring and supervision for junior staff and field personnel.
Support proposal development and business development efforts.
Plan and oversee fieldwork, including drilling, sampling, and in-situ testing.
Perform geotechnical analyses for slope stability, settlement, bearing capacity, retaining walls, foundations, and pavements.
Prepare and review technical reports, design recommendations, and construction specifications.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including budgeting, scheduling, and quality control.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, structural, and environmental engineers).
Interface with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure project success.
Ensure compliance with TxDOT, local municipalities, and relevant state/federal regulations.
Proficiency with geotechnical software such as SLIDE, PLAXIS, LPILE, SLOPE/W, Settle3, gINT, and MATLAB/Excel.
Strong understanding of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and laboratory testing procedures.
Excellent report writing and communication skills.
Familiarity with AutoCAD and GIS tools is a plus.
Other related duties as assigned by your manager