Geotechnical Project Manager

Overview:   UES Professional Solutions 29, Inc. (UES), formerly known as SUMMIT Engineering, Laboratory & Testing, Inc., has an opening in our Geotechnical Department. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope. UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education. Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships. As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence.
As a Geotechnical Project Manager Professional Engineer (PE), you will provide project management and oversight of assigned projects for the Geotechnical Department.  These projects will have a focus on both shallow and deep foundation for geotechnical engineering.

Job Responsibilities

• Travel safely to various job sites in a company provided vehicle; maintain company vehicle (schedule oil changes, inside/outside upkeep and complete monthly vehicle inspection reports)
• Provide guidance and oversight to staff professionals for collection of field data
• Mentor other geotechnical staff
• Review and interpret field samples for geotechnical analysis   
• Generate reports, recommendations and other documentation needed by clients, including engineering and design
• Develop and manage projects with clients
• Create, prepare and update project proposals and technical reports in a timely manner
• Classify soils per ASTM standards
• Review, update and approve invoices weekly for on-going projects
• Prepare and meet project budgets
• Examine engineering reports, lot letters and field recommendations produced by field staff
• Conduct site meetings, site estimates, and project recommendations for prospective and current clients
• Review, update and approve invoices weekly for on-going projects
• Maintain excellent communication both verbally and electronically with senior management, project managers and colleagues
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality and integrity
• Follow all company safety procedures and policies
• Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record 
• 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
• Professional Engineering license (PE)
• 2+ years of Geotechnical full-time work experience
• 2+ years of project management and oversight/mentorship of other geotechnical professionals/technicians

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to use technology
• Strong computer and math skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents
• Knowledge of geotechnical engineering calculations (soil settlement, bearing pressure, slope stability)
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, detailed reports, short correspondence and memos
• Knowledge of geotechnical and construction materials testing methods, ASTM standards, and soil classifications
• Ability to calculate results from geotechnical/construction materials testing data
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents
• Ability to accurately complete field-testing paperwork and detailed figures
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to write technical reports, proposals, business correspondences and/or proce