Construction Manager

Actalent; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Geotechnical Construction Manager in Spokane Valley, WA to lead field execution of complex geotechnical projects. You will supervise drillers and crews, ensure designs are built to specification, and manage safety, budgets, and schedules in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires hands-on field leadership, technical expertise in deep foundations and earth retention, and strong client coordination.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive construction management experience in geotechnical construction.
• Hands-on field operations experience and execution of geotechnical methods.
• Experience managing or supervising field crews (drillers, operators, technicians).
• Experience with project cost estimating, scheduling, and manpower planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical construction projects from planning to completion.
• Develop budgets, schedules, and manpower plans based on scope.
• Provide daily technical direction to field crews and subcontractors.
• Conduct site visits to guide execution and ensure compliance with drawings.
• Coordinate with engineers and clients to ensure designs are built per specs.
• Enforce safety protocols across all project sites.
• Maintain project documentation, logs, and budgets.
• Troubleshoot site issues to keep projects on schedule and budget.

Skills

Geotechnical construction

Field leadership

Estimating & budgeting

Blueprint interpretation

Engineer coordination

Safety compliance

Field troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Geotechnical Construction Manager

Job Description

The Geotechnical Construction Manager plays a critical role in bridging engineering design with field execution for specialty geotechnical construction projects. This position supports complex work involving earth retention systems, deep foundations, ground improvement, geotechnical grouting, foundation support, ground stabilization, and subsurface remediation. The role combines hands-on field leadership with strong technical expertise and client-facing responsibilities to ensure projects are delivered safely, profitably, and in accordance with plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee specialty geotechnical construction projects from initial planning through full execution, ensuring alignment with engineering design and project objectives.
• Estimate project costs and develop competitive bids, including detailed budgets, schedules, and manpower plans based on project specifications and scope of work.
• Lead, supervise, and provide daily technical direction to field crews, including drillers, equipment operators, exploration technicians, and other construction personnel.
• Conduct regular site visits to active projects to provide guidance, resolve field issues, and verify that crews are following project requirements, drawings, and specifications.
• Coordinate closely with engineers and clients to ensure specialty geotechnical designs are constructed according to specifications, including foundation systems and earth retention elements.
• Enforce safety protocols consistently and maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations across all project sites.
• Manage daily operational logs, track equipment utilization, monitor project budgets, and oversee quality control checks to maintain high standards of performance and documentation.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve site deficiencies and construction challenges in a timely manner to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Support the implementation of geotechnical construction techniques such as deep foundations, ground improvement, shoring, grouting, and subsurface remediation in accordance with engineering guidance.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, clients, operators, drillers, and field technicians to align expectations, clarify technical requirements, and maintain strong working relationships.
• Coordinate logistics for specialized geotechnical equipment and materials, ensuring resources are available and properly deployed to meet project timelines.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and accountability within field crews, reinforcing best practices and continuous improvement on every project.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive construction management experience, with a focus on geotechnical construction techniques such as deep foundations, ground improvement, shoring, or related specialty construction work.
• Direct field experience in geotechnical construction, including hands‑on involvement with site operations and execution of geotechnical methods.
• Proven experience managing or supervising field crews, including drillers, equipment operators, exploration technicians, or similar construction personnel.
• Demonstrated ability to manage specialized geotechnical construction projects involving foundation support, ground stabilization, and subsurface remediation.
• Experience with construction cost estimating, scheduling, manpower planning, and overall project coordination.
• Strong understanding of heavy drilling machinery and its operation within geotechnical construction environments.
• Solid knowledge of subsurface earth behavior and its implications for geotechnical design and construction practices.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply structural blueprints and geotechnical reports to guide field execution.
• Ability to coordinate with engineers and clients to ensure designs such as micropiles, helical piles, soil nails, tiebacks, shoring elements, and grouting systems are built to specification.
• Ability to pass a standard medical physical and functional lift test suitable for work in demanding outdoor construction environments.
• Willingness to regularly visit job sites and provide clear direction to field crews based on project needs and specifications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related technical field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
• Completion of OSHA 30‑Hour safety training or equivalent industry safety certification.
• HAZWOPER certification or similar environmental and hazardous materials safety training is beneficial.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or other relevant industry credentials is a plus.
• Experience with engineering and design coordination on geotechnical or civil construction projects, working closely with design teams to translate plans into field execution.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions in the field, and take ownership of project outcomes.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily office-based, with regular travel to active job sites to oversee field operations and support project execution. Office work includes project planning, estimating, coordination with engineers and clients, and documentation of project activities. Field work takes place in demanding outdoor construction environments where heavy drilling machinery and specialized geotechnical equipment are used. The role requires adherence to safety protocols and the ability to meet physical demands associated with site visits and supervising crews in varying weather and ground conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Spokane Valley, WA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits (after a 60‑day waiting period):

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Spokane Valley, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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