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Charlotte - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

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1 Vacancy

Job Description

Overview:
UES Professional Solutions 29 Inc. (UES) formerly known as SUMMIT Engineering Laboratory & Testing Inc. has an opening in our Geotechnical Department. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering Construction Materials Testing and Inspection Building Code Compliance Environmental Occupational Health & Safety and Building Envelope.
UES is a privately held rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering construction materials testing building code compliance threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3800 professionals across 80 branches in high growth markets in the U.S. UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial residential and education.
Experienced and proven UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients as well as publicprivate partnerships and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers geologists certified inspectors scientists and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence approaching each project with the knowledge that precision professionalism and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships.
As UES continues to grow its critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety Teamwork Responsiveness Integrity Value and Excellence.

Position Summary:

As a Geotechnical Project Manager Professional Engineer (PE) you will provide project management and oversight of assigned projects for the Geotechnical Department. These projects will have a focus on both shallow and deep foundation for geotechnical engineering.

Job Responsibilities:

    • Travel safely to various job sites in a company provided vehicle; maintain company vehicle (schedule oil changes inside/outside upkeep and complete monthly vehicle inspection reports)
    • Provide guidance and oversight to staff professionals for collection of field data
    • Mentor other geotechnical staff
    • Review and interpret field samples for geotechnical analysis
    • Schedule and manage subcontractors
    • Generate reports recommendations and other documentation needed by clients including engineering and design
    • Develop and manage projects with clients
    • Create prepare and update project proposals and technical reports in a timely manner
    • Classify soils per ASTM standards
    • Review update and approve invoices weekly for ongoing projects
    • Prepare and meet project budgets
    • Examine engineering reports lot letters and field recommendations produced by field staff
    • Conduct site meetings site estimates and project recommendations for prospective and current clients
    • Review update and approve invoices weekly for ongoing projects
    • Maintain excellent communication both verbally and electronically with senior management project managers and colleagues
    • Demonstrated commitment to safety quality and integrity
    • Follow all company safety procedures and policies
    • Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications & Skills:

    • Qualifications:
    • Valid Drivers License with acceptable driving record
    • 4year Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
    • Professional Engineering license (PE) or Engineering Intern license(EI/EIT) and ability to obtain PE within 12 years
    • 23 years of Geotechnical fulltime work experience
    • 2 years of project management and oversight/mentorship of other geotechnical professionals/technicians
    • Skills:
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to use technology
    • Strong computer and math skills
    • Ability to read and interpret construction documents
    • Knowledge of geotechnical engineering calculations (soil settlement bearing pressure slope stability)
    • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions detailed reports short correspondence and memos
    • Knowledge of geotechnical and construction materials testing methods ASTM standards and soil classifications
    • Ability to calculate results from geotechnical/construction materials testing data
    • Ability to read and interpret construction documents
    • Ability to accurately complete fieldtesting paperwork and detailed figures
    • Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions
    • Ability to write technical reports proposals business correspondences and/or procedure manuals as needed
    • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions detailed reports short correspondence and memos
    • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers clients customers and the general public
    • Knowledge of Microsoft Suite Boring Log software AutoCAD and other engineering design software deep foundation software slope stability software laboratory software and settlement software
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to use technology/computer
    • Strong leadership skills and an eye for detail
    • Proficient use of Microsoft Word and Excel

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

    • Days and hours for this position are typically MondayFriday
    • Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments extreme cold and/or heat dusty and noisy work environments
    • Field work on outside construction sites involving longterm standing sitting and potentially repetitive motions
    • Typically this position involves 80 office work 20 field work depending on the week/work
    • Ability to use your senses to see (including close distant and peripheral vision depth vision and ability to focus) smell hear and touch (use your hands to reach climb or balance crouch stoop crawl kneel and sit)
    • Ability to lift/move up to 50lbs.
    • You may be required to drive hundreds of miles per day within the MidAtlantic region
    • Some weekend overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required
    • #LIMD1
Who We Are:
UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members from our drillers to administrative staff contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering Construction Materials Testing and Inspection Code Compliance EnvironmentalOccupationalHealth & Safety and Building Envelope we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.
Growing in Excellence
As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Groups Hot Firm list in 2021 UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a oneman operation to a company spanning 80 branches and nearly 4000 employees were looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.
Why Work at UES
We value the individual contributions of our employees and we show this through providing great benefits.Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.

Employment Type

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