Sr. Project Manager - Dynamic Earth

The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for the technical leadership, profitability and client management for a team of engineers and support staff. Responsibilities include managing all aspects of the project including report/plan, financial performance, loss prevention, workload and staff balancing, preparation of technical proposals, monitoring of project budgets, staff supervision and scheduling of key projects.  

• Experience of managing in the areas of geotechnical consultation and construction phase testing and inspections;
• Manage team assignments and balance workload in a deadline driven environment;
• Desire and ability to seek out new business opportunities and develop additional clients while maintaining current workload;
• Direct and supervise staff and contractors to complete field exploration programs for a wide range of project types;
• Supervise field engineers and staff during construction on projects involving shallow and deep foundations, support of excavations and earthwork operations;
• Prepare proposals including developing geotechnical investigation, geotechnical design/consultation and construction phase inspections scope, preparing schedules and budgets;
• Prepare field investigation instructions for the field team based on the project geotechnical scope;
• Develop design recommendations and/or identify the need for additional investigation/ testing based on field investigation results;
• Develop and coordinate the laboratory testing program based on the field results;
• Review and analyze field boring/test pit logs that identify subsurface soil composition and groundwater depths which are incorporated into a formal technical report;
• Perform common geotechnical analysis for shallow foundations, deep pile foundations, earthwork, slope stability, retaining walls and pavements;
• Prepare geotechnical engineering reports that detail the field investigation data and design recommendations that will be reviewed by project managers and supervisors;
• Review and analyze construction phase testing and inspection reports for compliance with project specifications and/or project recommendations for additional testing, as required;
• Communicate with clients and/or contractors to discuss project related tasks and results;
• Guide, manage, and support the delivery of projects and programs to ensure quality, and on-schedule and on-budget completion;Financial management of projects, including accounts receivable, client invoicing, and reviewing subcontractor invoices as related to project scope and budget;
• Mentor staff and assist with the development of training programs that are implemented to satisfy accreditation requirements and overall company growth; 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or related engineering field; preferred geotechnical engineering concentration;
• Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred;
• Professional Engineer required;
• 5+ years’ experience in geotechnical consulting, construction material inspections, and laboratory testing;
• 5+ years’ experience in construction phase testing and inspection, including subgrade preparation, foundation installation inspection, fill placement testing, retaining wall construction oversight, soil stabilization oversight, concrete sampling and testing, reinforcing steel inspection, communicating with contractors and daily report preparation
• Strong relationship with developers, architects, contractors, etc. in FL, and can contribute to regional expansion efforts;
• Demonstrate ability to track early-stage leads, engage with clients prior to RFPs and drive pipeline development from concept through development;
• Strong understanding of codes and other regulatory requirements;
• Ability to work outdoors and in an office setting, as required;
• Valid driver’s license required and in good standing;
• Ability to maintain and operate personal and/or company vehicle;
• Current or past American Concrete Institute (ACI) concrete field testing technician certificate, Florida Threshold Inspector/SI, OSHA 40, OSHA 10, and/or American Portable Nuclear Gauge Association (APNGA) gauge training a plus.
• Must have hands-on experience with metric and English tools.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Software Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook;
• Ability to understand general computer commands and learn supporting software for entering field data, laboratory data, timesheets, etc. ;
• Ability to use common geotechnical software programs for foundation, slope stability, retaining wall and pavement designs (such as APILE, LPILE, GRLWEAP, etc);
• Independent and critical thinking.;
• Self-starter who can work independently and with team members;
• Superior organizational and delegation ability;
• Proficient in the use of available mapping websites for due diligence and site investigation purposes;
• Familiar with the use of AutoCAD, bluebeam, or similar softwares ;
• Experience dealing with regulatory agencies and review professionals;
• Knowledge of the planning and zoning process;Ability to work and lead in a team-oriented environment with a focus technical expertise to deliver high quality results within project timelines