Geotechnical Project Manager - NV5

NV5, Inc. is actively looking for an experienced and driven Geotechnical Engineer (PE) to join our team as a Project Manager at our Wilsonville, OR office. Our office specializes in providing top-tier consulting engineering services, including geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing. With a diverse client base ranging from private/commercial to public sector projects, this role offers a unique opportunity to work on a variety of challenging and impactful projects.

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives

• Provide independent project management for geotechnical projects, including directing and executing geotechnical project assignments such as field exploration, laboratory services, and intermediate to complex engineering analyses, and report preparation.
• Prepare, review, and ensure timely delivery of proposals and reports to meet client commitments.
• Offer consultation during construction, oversee and provide construction-phase observations and inspections.
• Develop scopes of geotechnical investigation and prepare proposals.
• Understand client objectives, code requirements, and industry standards.
• Manage and conduct geotechnical field investigations, coordinating with subcontractors as necessary.
• Perform environmental sampling as needed.
• Prepare work plans, interpret data and test results, and generate geotechnical engineering reports, potentially overseeing other project components.
• Conduct geotechnical studies, evaluations, modeling, assessments, and investigations for specific projects.
• Coordinate geotechnical and construction materials laboratory test data.
• Apply knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures, exercising professional judgment to make modifications or implement complex features or solutions.
• Serve as a technician for construction materials testing, including nuclear gauge testing, if required.
• Maintain and cultivate client relationships while identifying new project opportunities.
• Manage projects from inception through completion, ensuring technical excellence, adherence to budget, and meeting client expectations for delivery timelines.
• May involve travel to collaborate with other NV5 office locations

• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or with geotechnical emphasis, preferred.
• At least 8 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Oregon and/or Washington PE license (or ability to become registered in Oregon and/or Washington within 3 months of hire).
• Demonstrated technical capabilities and working knowledge of basic geotechnical software (LPILE, FB-DEEP, SPW911, SETTL3D, SLOPE/W etc). Geotechnical numerical modeling skills a definite plus.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Ability to work as part of a multi discipline team, think creatively and problem solve.
• Must have valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
• Good communication, interpersonal, organizational, teamwork, and client management skills.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.