Senior Project Manager / Professional Engineer (PE) – Geotechnical & CMT
Location: Charlotte, NC (with oversight of regional projects in NC/SC)
Job Type: Full-time
Experience Level: Senior-level (5+ years of relevant experience)
Tired of being just a number in a giant corporate machine?
We are a thriving, independent geotechnical, construction materials testing (CMT), and environmental engineering firm based right here in Charlotte. We are actively scaling our operations (currently a team of 15, growing to 20+) and expanding our regional footprint.
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager / Professional Engineer (PE) to serve as the operational right hand to the Owner. This is a critical leadership hire. If you are a licensed engineer who loves solving technical challenges, mentoring field staff, and wants a direct seat at the table to help run and grow a business, we want to talk to you.
## What You Will Do (The Role)
As our Senior PM/PE, you will transition out of the grueling field routine and take full ownership of our daily engineering operations, report management, and team accountability.
- Engineering Review & Seal: Perform senior-level technical reviews and sign/seal Geotechnical, CMT, and Environmental (Phase I ESA) reports for projects across North Carolina and South Carolina.
- Project & Financial Management: Manage projects from proposal preparation through final deliverable, ensuring scopes are met on time and within budget.
- Team Leadership & Accountability: Directly manage and mentor our field staff, including project geologists, inspectors, and CMT technicians. You will enforce high standards for report quality, ASTM/ACI compliance, and equipment stewardship.
- Quality Assurance: Partner with our Director of QA to audit lab and field testing procedures, ensuring our team is sharp, certified, and precise.
- Client Relations: Act as a primary technical contact for our key clients, developers, and contractors, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
## What We Are Looking For (Qualifications)
- License: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in North Carolina is required. (South Carolina PE or ability to obtain via comity/reciprocity within 60 days is highly preferred).
- Experience: Minimum of 5–10 years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Materials Testing (CMT). Experience with Environmental Site Assessments (Phase I ESAs) is a major plus.
- Technical Mastery: Deep knowledge of ASTM, ACI, and NCDOT/SCDOT testing standards.
- Leadership Track Record: Proven experience managing project workflows and holding field personnel accountable to deadlines and technical standards.
- Communication: Exceptional technical writing skills with the ability to clearly translate field data into actionable engineering reports.
## What We Offer (The Benefits)
We don't offer corporate bureaucracy; we offer autonomy, respect, and tangible growth.
- Competitive Salary: $110,000 – $140,000+ (Commensurate with experience and active licensure)
- Performance Bonus: Profit-sharing or performance-based bonuses tied directly to company growth.
- Benefits Package: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- Tools for Success: Generous vehicle allowance, company phone, and laptop.
- Career Trajectory: A clear, defined path toward executive leadership and potential future equity/partnership opportunities as the company continues to scale.
Ready to take control of your career? Apply today with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience managing CMT/Geotech projects in the Carolinas. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.
Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
