Field Geotechnical Assistant Project Manager

ECS Group; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group is seeking a Geotechnical Assistant Staff Project Manager to support field investigations, data collection, and early project coordination. This role is field-based, offering hands-on experience in subsurface exploration, documentation, and project workflows while developing consulting and project management skills within ECS Core Values.

You will assist with boring/test pit layouts, drilling packages, and utility clearances, and you will communicate conditions to project staff,

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Interest in project management, consulting, and business development.
• Foundational geotechnical knowledge and field exposure.

Responsibilities

• Supports geotechnical field investigations and subsurface exploration activities.
• Performs boring and test pit layout using surveying and GPS methods.
• Prepares drilling packages and obtains utility clearances.
• Assists with supervision and coordination of drilling and test pit crews.
• Performs in-situ testing and soil classification.
• Documents field observations and testing results accurately.
• Communicates site conditions and testing needs to project staff.
• Assists with preparation of calculations, reports, and project documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology

Job description

ECS Group is seeking a Geotechnical Assistant Staff Project Manager to support field investigations, data collection, and early project coordination. This role is field-based, offering hands-on experience in subsurface exploration, documentation, and project workflows while developing consulting and project management skills within ECS Core Values.

You will assist with boring/test pit layouts, drilling packages, and utility clearances, and you will communicate conditions to project staff,