Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer

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Responsibilities

ECS is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Project Manager/Engineer to join our Greensboro, NC office. As a Geotechnical Project Manager with ECS you will support projects of varying complexity alongside a team of expert, like-minded employee-owners. You will lead field investigations, prepare geotechnical design recommendations and geotechnical reports, manage and prepare cost estimates and contract plans for projects ranging from high-rises to highways!

Responsibilities:

  • Manage and execute geotechnical engineering projects across Northern NC and surrounding regions
  • Conduct and supervise field exploration programs, including soil borings, test pits, CPTs, and geophysical surveys
  • Perform advanced geotechnical analysis including slope stability, settlement, shallow and deep foundations, and earth retention systems
  • Prepare and review geotechnical reports, proposals, and technical deliverables
  • Coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams throughout project lifecycle
  • Mentor and guide junior staff; review and provide feedback on technical work
  • Coordinate with CMT field and lab technicians and use their finding in your reports
  • Conduct field, in-situ testing as needed
  • Ensure compliance with project scopes, schedules, and budgets

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
  • PE license in North Carolina or ability to obtain within 6 months
  • Minimum 5 years of geotechnical engineering experience in a consulting setting
  • Proficiency with geotechnical software: GeoStudio, gINT, LPile, Slope/W, Slide, Settle3D, etc.
  • Strong understanding of subsurface investigations, laboratory testing programs, and geotechnical design principles
  • Experience with foundation systems, retaining structures, ground improvement, and forensic investigations
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering
  • Familiarity with CAD and/or MicroStation for collaboration with design teams
  • Experience in proposal writing and business development
  • Project management experience with DOT or large-scale commercial clients, residential, municipal, retail etc.
  • Active participation in professional organizations (e.g., ASCE, DFI, Geo-Institute)

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-7

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, clickhere.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity [EO] employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other protected category. E-verify and federal drug-free work place compliant.

 

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