Geotechnical Project Manager

Are you a visionary Geotechnical Engineer (PE) with a passion for innovation and growth? NV5, Inc. is seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Project Manager to join our Seattle or Bothell, WA office.

This is your chance to help lead and expand our geotechnical engineering practice, taking it to new heights.

Why NV5?

At NV5, we specialize in top-tier consulting engineering services, including geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing. Our diverse client base spans private/commercial and public sector projects, offering you the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging and impactful projects.

About NV5:

NV5 is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients. We deliver solutions through six business verticals:

• Testing, Inspection & Consulting
• Infrastructure
• Utility Services
• Environmental Health Sciences
• Buildings & Program Management
• 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 a Project Manager at NV5, you will:

• Independently manage geotechnical projects, including field exploration, lab services, engineering analyses, and report preparation.
• Prepare, review, and deliver proposals and reports on time to meet client commitments.
• Provide consultation and oversee construction-phase observations and inspections.
• Develop scopes of geotechnical investigations and prepare proposals.
• Understand client objectives, code requirements, and industry standards.
• Conduct and manage geotechnical field investigations, coordinating with subcontractors as needed.
• Perform environmental sampling as required.
• Prepare work plans, interpret data, and generate geotechnical engineering reports.
• Conduct geotechnical studies, evaluations, modeling, and assessments.
• Coordinate geotechnical and construction materials lab test data.
• Apply standard engineering techniques and professional judgment to implement complex solutions.
• Perform construction materials testing, including nuclear gauge testing, if necessary.
• Maintain and cultivate client relationships, identifying new project opportunities.
• Manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring technical excellence, budget adherence, and timely delivery.
• Travel as needed 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.

The pay range for this Washington position is $110,000- $140,000 per year; based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. NV5 may provide restricted stock units, sign-on bonuses, stay bonuses, or relocation allowances as part of the compensation package. Medical, dental, and vision insurance are also offered to full-time employees, along with Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts, with employee and employer contributions. NV5 offers 3 weeks of Paid Time Off a year for full-time hourly employees along with 8 paid holidays a year and Flexible Time Off plan for full-time salary employees along with 6 paid holidays a year. 401(k) savings plan; Company Paid Basic life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; Company Paid Short-term and long-term disability insurance are also provided. More information can be found via hyperlink here. This information is provided per the salary transparency provisions of the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site.

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.