Geotechnical and Construction Materials Project Manager

WSP Global Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Augusta, GA, seeks a Geotechnical & Construction Materials Project Manager to lead geotechnical investigations, lab testing programs, and QA/QC activities. The role focuses on delivering technically sound recommendations while managing budgets and schedules.

You will oversee field investigations, testing operations, and regulatory compliance, while maintaining strong client relationships and pursuing business development opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• PE license and Bachelor's degree in geotechnical or civil engineering.
• 7–10 years of geotechnical, construction materials testing, or related consulting experience.
• Proven project management experience with scope, schedule, budget, and client satisfaction.
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, site characterization, and investigations.
• Experience with infrastructure, transportation, energy, or commercial development projects.
• Ability to develop and maintain client relationships and contribute to proposals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, and inspections from inception to completion.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, work plans, and resource forecasts.
• Coordinate with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to define requirements and deliverables.
• Prepare investigation plans, lab testing programs, analyses, and technical reports.
• Oversee field investigations, site assessments, monitoring, and laboratory operations.
• Ensure quality and compliance with codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Prepare proposals, technical reports, and presentations for clients and agencies.
• Monitor performance, budgets, schedules, risks, and profitability; implement corrective actions.
• Support business development through client engagement and proposal development.
• Serve as primary client contact and maintain long-term relationships.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication

Team coordination

Geotechnical knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Master's degree in Geotechnical/Civil Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Geotechnical analysis software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Overview

WSP is seeking a skilled and motivated Geotechnical & Construction Materials Project Manager to join our Augusta, GA Earth & Environment practice. This role involves managing a variety of geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, special inspections, and quality assurance projects from proposal development through execution and closeout. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, project management experience, and the ability to build and maintain client relationships while delivering high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, special inspections, and construction quality assurance projects from inception through completion.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, work plans, and resource forecasts.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, consultants, and internal stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Prepare and review geotechnical investigation plans, laboratory testing programs, engineering analyses, and technical reports.
• Oversee field investigations, site assessments, construction monitoring, materials testing, and laboratory operations.
• Ensure technical quality and compliance with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and client requirements.
• Prepare proposals, technical reports, presentations, and supporting documentation for clients and regulatory agencies.
• Monitor project performance, budgets, schedules, risks, and profitability, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Support business development efforts through client engagement, proposal preparation, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Analyze testing data and engineering results to develop practical, cost-effective, and technically sound recommendations.
• Exercise sound professional judgment and adhere to company quality, safety, and ethical standards.
• Travel occasionally to project sites and client locations as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 7-10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, special inspections, or related consulting services.
• Demonstrated project management experience, including responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and client satisfaction.
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, site characterization, geotechnical investigations, laboratory testing, field testing, and construction materials testing.
• Experience with infrastructure, transportation, energy, industrial, or commercial development projects.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Experience preparing proposals and supporting business development activities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and geotechnical analysis software.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality assurance/quality control practices.
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced consulting environment.
• Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond a typical workweek when project demands require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of AMRL and CCRL laboratory accreditation programs.
• Familiarity with Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA-1) programs.
• Experience with geotechnical laboratory operations and testing programs.
• Established relationships within the Georgia and South Carolina engineering and construction markets.

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