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Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer

Engineering Consulting Services Ltd

Denver, CO

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90,000–$125,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Bentley MicroStation, Boring, Budgeting, Business Development, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Consulting, Engineering, Engineering Consulting, Exploration Management, Geotechnical Engineering, Green Construction, Laboratory Testing, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Engineering, Project Lifecycle, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Retail, Stability Analysis, Subsurface/Underground Exploration, Technical Delivery, Test Program, Testing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Denver, CO
POSTED
30+ days ago

Responsibilities

ECS is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer to join our Denver, CO office. This is a hybrid position offering a blend of field and office responsibilities. If you bring technical depth in geotechnical analysis and thrive in a consulting environment, this is a great opportunity to lead complex projects and mentor junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and execute geotechnical engineering projects across Colorado 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
  • Ensure compliance with project scopes, schedules, and budgets

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (Master's preferred)
  • PE license in Colorado or ability to obtain within 6 months
  • Minimum 6 years of geotechnical engineering experience in a consulting setting
  • Proficiency with geotechnical software: gINT, LPile, Slope/W, Slide, Settle3D, etc.
  • Familiarity with CAD and/or MicroStation for collaboration with design teams
  • 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
  • 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)

The expected pay range for this role and location is $90,000 - $125,000/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

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 #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #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, click here.

About the Company

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Engineering Consulting Services Ltd

Why ECS? We have grit. What does that mean for you? We are problem solvers who approach obstacles with a fearless attitude. From trekking knee deep through swamplands to rappelling off of buildings, we do whatever it takes to safely get the job done! We have guts. The footprint of our company allows us to be nimble. With exceptional expertise and locations across the nation, we have the strength to support your project. We are resilient. We will ask the right questions, listen to your concerns and deliver. The opportunities to collaborate and think outside the box are infinite.  We take initiative. The work we do sometimes does not have an easy solution. It takes drive, determination and the ability to connect people and ideas to achieve remarkable results.   We bring tenacity. To put it plainly, we provide geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, environmental consulting, and facilities engineering services. From conception to completion, our boots are made for working.

 

To find out more about ECS: www.ecslimited.com

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Engineering Services
FOUNDED
1988
WEBSITE
http://www.ecslimited.com/