Senior Project Manager – Geotechnical Engineering

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

Langan is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Geotechnical Engineering to join its collaborative team in Houston, Austin, or San Antonio, Texas. The position manages client interactions, provides staff training and project leadership, prepares technical reports and specifications, and supports plans and designs for foundations, retaining walls, and other geotechnical aspects of construction. The role partners cross-functionally with industry leadership in an evolving environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating projects, preparing proposals and managing billings, mentoring staff, supporting existing client relationships and potential new business, and managing multiple projects within budgets, schedules, and deadlines. The position also includes geotechnical investigation and construction-related work, including excavation design and analysis, boring logs, and construction observations. Some field work is required, and travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer licensure.
• 10 or more years of related geotechnical experience.
• Prior experience with geotechnical investigations and construction inspections.
• Office experience coordinating investigations and field work, preparing geotechnical reports, and writing specifications.
• Prior field experience with earthwork; driven and drilled pile construction; load testing; footings subgrade and backfill inspection; ground improvements; retaining wall design and construction; and excavation support system design and inspection.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and multitasking capabilities, and sound judgment.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Some field work is required.
• Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments.

Nice To Haves

• Desired software knowledge: gINT, Slide/SLOPE/W, PLAXIS, LPILE, GRLWEAP, MSEW, and SHAKE.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and geotechnical recommendations.
• Prepare proposals, coordinate projects, manage clients, and manage billings.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to staff, and review their work.
• Expand services to existing clients and potentially develop new clients while maintaining strong billability.
• Support excavation designs and perform Plaxis 3D analysis.
• Log borings and perform observations during construction projects.
• Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines; monitor budgets, schedules, and project timelines.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid pregnancy disability leave.
• 401(k)/Roth plan with company match.
• Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
• Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Employee resource groups.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Extensive training.
• Wellness programs.
• Buddy and mentoring programs.

What This Job Offers

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