Geotechnical Project Manager - Pittsburgh, PA

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking an Geotechnical Project Manager to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team at the Pittsburgh, PA office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Geotechnical Engineering Project Manager will work from the local office and is responsible for handling geotechnical reports, from inception to completion and through the proposal phase all the way to the reporting phase. Ideal candidates will be familiar with GDOT processes, formats, specs, and guidelines including required analyses, as well as be familiar with GDOT WFI , BFI, PDA, and running of related software such as GRLWEAP, Slide, MSEWall, etc.

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you’ll do:

• Responsible for overall management of geotechnical engineering services and ownership of project tasks, including P & L responsibility

• Direct and execute field exploration and laboratory services including classification of soils

• Execute geotechnical project assignments including, engineering analysis and customized geotechnical reports with detailed descriptions and statements

• Site Reconnaissance to assess site conditions and identify potential problems at the site through coordinated field visits

• Ability to identify problematic soils such as fill material, alluvium, organics and ability to call for additional investigation such as test pits and borings, as needed

• Understanding of rock, rock coring, and rock description

• Provide senior review of proposals and reports and ensure that commitments to clients are met

• Client relations and business development activities

• Responsible for the mentoring and training of staff technicians and engineers

• Actively participate in professional and technical organizations

What it takes to be successful in this role:

• BS in Civil, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering required

• Master's degree highly desired

• Minimum of 7 years of geotechnical engineering experience required

• Management experience highly desired

• Excellent understanding and knowledge of geotechnical engineering and related disciplines with the ability and desire to provide creative and practical solutions to meet the client’s needs

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration highly preferred or the ability to obtain one within first year of employment

• EIT is required

• DOT experience required - the candidate should be familiar with GDOT processes, formats, specs, and guidelines including required analyses. The candidate should be familiar with GDOT WFI , BFI, PDA, and running of related software such as GRLWEAP, Slide, MSEWall, etc

• Experience working with gINT or similar software such as Open Ground

• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential

• Must speak and write English fluently

• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record required

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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