Project Engineer - Geotechnical

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 .

NV5 is looking for experienced engineers with a geotechnical background to join our expanding northern California business in Truckee/Tahoe/Reno area who enjoys the varied challenges of working in a growing business organization, in a vibrant and engaged community that is positioned for significant growth over the next two decades. The position includes management and oversight of geotechnical projects in the greater Truckee/Tahoe area, as well as into the Reno, NV bas in.The Project Engineer works under the supervision of a Senior Engineer.

Candidates should have experience with geotechnical investigations for a wide variety of projects including residential, schools, hospital, municipal projects and solid waste infrastructure improvements.

The most qualified Team Member will have a strong technical background with extensive experience in project management, geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, and materials testing and special inspection services.

Team Members will be self-starters responsible for development of proposals and technical reports, client communications, and billing.

The Team Member will work with and lead staff professional and engineering technician personnel.

NV5 encourages each Team Member to be an active participate in professional and technical organizations through attending lunch and dinner meetings and attending and presenting at professional meetings and workshops.

• Develops project objectives by reviewing project proposals and plans.
• Determines project scope by understanding client requirements, reviewing regulatory standards, and preparing cost estimates.
• Determines project schedule, coordinates resources, and monitors and controls project budget.
• Supervises and assists in field work and analyzes test results.