Geotechnical & Construction Materials Project Lead

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

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.