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Head of Engineering & Projects

Ecs Southeast

Primarily involved with preparation of geotechnical reports, including analysis and recommendations with a strong commitment to meet project deadlines
Manage construction materials testing (CMT) projects with daily report review, assist with resolution of issues, and training of field staff on your projects
Prepare both geotechnical and CMT proposals, manage project budgets, and prepare change orders and invoices
Host or attend project meetings with clients to follow up on delivered reports and provide technical solutions as necessary
Other duties may include assisting with or performing the following with supervision:
Prepare drilling packages and obtain utility clearances
Perform research on local geologic history
Supervise field work performed by drilling/test pit crews and assist with rig access issues
Classify soil and assign laboratory testing
Mentor and support Staff Project Managers, Assistant Staff Project Managers, and technicians in their development

#Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required
~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 building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,00 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 #38 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2026).

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