Senior Geotechnical Engineer​/Project Manager

Kleinfelder Geotechnical team seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Project Manager to join our team in North Carolina. The role can be based in Raleigh, Charlotte, or Greensboro and is flexible in location.

The successful candidate will lead a team of staff performing geotechnical investigations, geohazard assessments, engineering design, and construction observation for a variety of infrastructure, energy, and mining projects.

• Direct and execute geotechnical project assignments, including field exploration, laboratory services, engineering analysis, and report preparation.
• Provide quality control review of proposals and reports, consistently meeting commitments to clients.
• Actively participate in business development and marketing efforts, establishing and maintaining client relationships.
• Mentor and manage junior staff and project-level geotechnical professionals to ensure project performance.
• Participate in relationship building with professional and technical organizations.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a geotechnical emphasis preferred.
• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field a plus.
• Eight or more years of related experience.
• Experience with energy, mining, transportation, and/or heavy commercial sectors highly desired.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in North Carolina.
• Strong analytical skills in soil and rock classification, slope stability analysis, earth retention systems, shallow and deep foundation design, construction support, and soil improvement techniques.
• Positive work attitude, ability to manage multiple tasks safely and efficiently.
• Independent working capability in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and detail‑oriented.

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with VEVRAA and Section 503.)

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and educational credentials, a motor vehicle report, and a comprehensive background check.