Senior Geotechnical Project Manager
Summit Design and Engineering Services is an award-winning, multi-disciplined firm headquartered in Hillsborough, NC. Our fast-paced, growth-oriented company strives to deliver innovative, elegant solutions to our clients while providing support and guidance to the communities where we live, work, and play. We have also been recognized throughout the industry: we are the current ACEC/NC Large Firm of the Year (2023) and have been on the NC Triangle Business Journal's Fast 50 for seven years. At Summit, we know our employees are the backbone of our organization. That's why we've built a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where each team member is valued, heard, and supported in their career goals. We invest directly in our employee's success by offering a wide range of benefits, beyond the basics including student loan reimbursement, paid volunteer hours, education and certification assistance, wellness stipends, and a flexible workplace that encourages work-life balance. When our team succeeds, Summit thrives! We seek individuals who will contribute to a more diverse, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment. If you're interested in joining over 400 of the industry's best and brightest, we welcome you to apply. Summit's Geotechnical Engineering department is seeking Senior Geotechnical Engineer. This position is available to work out of any of our North Carolina or Virginia office locations. Responsibilities:
Lead and support our geotechnical design capabilities
Provide sound engineering designs and solutions, in accordance with applicable design standards, supplement our technical design experience, and work collaboratively alongside our engineers and geologists to produce exceptional project deliverables
Provide technical/quality peer reviews of other's work when not the lead designer on a project
Provide and assist with developing opportunities for Summit to diversify our client base and project types
Assist with project pursuits, teaming opportunities and statements of qualifications (SOQ) for project opportunities
Collaborate with team to develop scopes of work and hour estimates, project planning, progress reports, invoicing and responses to SOQs, RFPs and LOIs as needed
Perform all aspects of project management for multiple projects ranging in scope, complexity, and contract values
Collaborate effectively within our team and support projects and department initiatives
Be an ambassador for exciting growth opportunities for Summit and our staff, and work within our tight-knit leadership team to mentor and facilitate the development of the staff within the office
Skills and Qualifications:
15+ years of geotechnical design experience on Department of Transportation projects and/or private sector geotechnical projects. (i.e. - commercial, municipal, etc.)
Licensed Professional Engineer in North Carolina preferred. Would consider licensure states to start but NC licensure will need to obtained by chosen candidate
Proficient technical writer/detailed reviewer of design calculations, structures and foundations inventories and roadway inventories and recommendations
Demonstrated technical expertise with DOT practices, policies, and procedures, including the Geotechnical Engineering Unit's 'Guidelines and Procedure Manual', as well as other applicable design standards. (i.e. - LRFD), preferably in NC
Knowledge of DOT (preferably NC) Prequalification codes related to Geotechnical Engineering and Geotechnical Design
Proven record of accomplishment with managing client satisfaction, driving team collaboration on projects and pursuits, and business development
Ability to interface with clients and manage multiple projects simultaneously within scope, schedule, and budget
Demonstrated industry-leading project management including key performance indicators, client management, and risk management
Ability and desire to be a leader on the design side of our Geotechnical group and build a team that supports growth and mentorship
Summit Design and Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action. E-verify.
A background check, including a criminal and driving record check, will be performed. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate. Many factors will be considered when a conviction is present.