ECS Group of Companies · 12 hours ago
Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer
Greensboro, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expECS Group of Companies is actively hiring Senior Geotechnical Engineers to lead major infrastructure and transportation initiatives across North Carolina. This role is designed for a technical leader who can balance complex engineering design with high-level client management for DOT and other large-scale infrastructure programs.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Provide leading support for a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and designers on geotechnical and construction materials testing (CMT) projects
Direct the design of embankments, retaining structures, and subgrade stabilization, deep and shallow foundations using MicroStation and OpenRoads software
Oversee and plan geotechnical field explorations, including drilling, test pits, and inspections as needed
Act as the primary point of contact for DOT (or other agency) project managers and external stakeholders, ensuring technical requirements and deadlines are met for multiple concurrent major programs
Oversee the development of geotechnical engineering reports and design packages, providing technical seal as needed
Manage project budgets and resource allocation for on-time delivery for infrastructure deliverables
Execute business development strategies by identifying regional opportunities and leading the technical portion of proposal submissions
Cultivate and maintain relationships with key decision-makers at the DOT, municipal agencies, and Tier 1 prime consultants to ensure ECS remains a preferred partner
Ensure all technical deliverables and field operations maintain 100% compliance with NCDOT, AASHTO, and ASTM standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related field
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required; Professional Geologist (P.G.) license may be acceptable in certain states
5+ years of experience in geotechnical and transportation engineering, with a focus on design, project management, and technical leadership
Expertise in DOT Geotechnical Design Manual (GDM), AASHTO LRFD specifications, and geotechnical software (e.g., gINT, LPile, APile, MSEW, FB-Pier, GRLWEAP)
Proven track record of leading technical reviews and serving as a senior technical reviewer at a previous firm
Strong analytical, report-writing, and communication skills
Demonstrate initiative and leadership in problem-solving and decision-making
Valid driver's license required for travel on behalf of ECS
Preferred
Proficiency in MicroStation
Company
ECS Group of Companies
ECS Group of Companies is a Chantilly, VA-based consulting engineering firm.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
James Eckert
Chief Financial Officer
Leo Titus Jr., P.E.
Chief Operating Officer
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