Geotechnical Project Engineer

ECS Ltd

$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's and/or Master's in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or related field required
  • Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience
  • EIT certification required; PE preferred (license necessary for title)
  • Valid driver's license required for driving responsibilities
  • Military rank E-6 or higher qualifies if education and licenses are met

Responsibilities

  • Prepare geotechnical reports with thorough analysis and compliance to deadlines
  • Manage construction materials testing projects and oversee report reviews
  • Prepare proposals, manage project budgets, and handle change orders
  • Coordinate project meetings with clients and provide necessary technical solutions
  • Assist with drilling package preparation and utility clearances under supervision
  • Research local geologic history as needed
  • Supervise field work and mentor junior staff members

Benefits

  • Dynamic work environment fostering professional advancement
  • Opportunities for mentoring and support to junior colleagues
  • Diverse collaboration with multidisciplinary project teams
  • Participation in direct client interactions and presentations
  • Potential for involvement in impactful geotechnical investigations
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

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.

Responsibilities
  • 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

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
  • 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.

Military Qualifications
  • The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
    • E-6

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