Senior Geotechnical Engineering Manager

Houston Engineering, Inc.•Fargo, ND

17h

About The Position

The Senior Geotechnical Engineering Manager will develop and direct HEI’s geotechnical practice. The role oversees complex subsurface investigations, geotechnical designs, and construction quality assurance and quality control, while balancing technical oversight with business development, staff mentoring, and project budget management. The position combines engineering expertise with executive leadership and may contribute to projects involving foundations, soil and rock slopes, and retaining walls for water resources, transportation, and municipal infrastructure.

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geological Engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
At least 10 years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience, including prior project or team management.
Ability to lead a team to meet business objectives under general supervision.
Self-leadership, attention to detail, and ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic work environment.
Demonstrated ability to generate and manage geotechnical-related projects.
Knowledge of engineering and geologic research techniques and protocols.
Computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office and geotechnical specialty software.
Proficiency with technical writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
Strong written and verbal communication and negotiation skills, including the ability to explain complex data and project risks to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to coordinate with clients, colleagues, and third-party groups and understand requirements.
Analytical, detail-oriented approach and experience with geological research techniques.
Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas effectively and professionally to professional and non-professional audiences.

Nice To Haves

Structural Engineer (SE) or Certified Geotechnical Engineer (GE) license, highly preferred depending on the state.

Responsibilities

Oversee geotechnical scopes of work, budgets, and schedules, and evaluate and mitigate risks related to soil, rock, and groundwater conditions.
Review technical documents for accuracy and quality, and ensure deliverables meet public agency requirements and industry codes.
Provide senior geotechnical and geological engineering review and technical assistance for evaluations, designs, reports, contract documents, and construction.
Provide technical support across soil and rock mechanics, geohazards, soil/structure interaction, subsurface exploration and field testing, laboratory testing, geophysical methods, transportation structure foundations, slope stability, retaining walls, excavation support, dewatering, instrumentation, pavement systems, and earthwork operations.
Lead proposal efforts, interface with clients, and grow the regional geotechnical practice.
Contribute to business plans for sector-service growth, provide market and industry insight, and facilitate marketing strategy development.
Recruit mid- and senior-level staff, and recruit, train, and mentor junior engineers and geologists.
Foster cross-disciplinary collaboration with civil, structural, and environmental teams and coordinate work across sectors, disciplines, clients, regulators, and project sites.
Direct field exploration programs, drilling operations, and soils laboratory testing.