Geotechnical Engineer - Hybrid Path to Project Manager

GZA; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and growth

Stock ownership opportunity

Benefits package ( PTO, medical, 401(k

Job summary

GZA is seeking a Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer / Assistant Project Manager in our Manhattan, NY office to join transportation, building, energy, and infrastructure projects. You will lead subsurface exploration coordination, oversee field tasks, and contribute to design deliverables with QA/QC standards.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil Engineering degree, an EIT, 5+ years of geotechnical experience, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• EIT required; PE within 1–2 years expected.
• Minimum of 5 years of geotechnical experience (Master’s may substitute up to 2 years).
• Experience with geotechnical design and construction for foundations, retaining structures, slope stability, ground improvement.
• Ability to perform and manage fieldwork and construction oversight.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee subsurface exploration and field testing activities.
• Assist with task management on large projects or independently manage smaller projects.
• Execute day-to-day technical tasks and contribute to design deliverables per QA/QC.
• Monitor project performance, budgets, and contractual compliance.
• Assist with proposal development and geotechnical report authorship.
• Support cross-functional training and the One Company mindset.

Skills

EIT

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

SEEP/W

SLOPE/W

LPILE

GROUP

Settle 3D

WEAP

Autodesk CAD

Job description

GZA is seeking a Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer / Assistant Project Manager in our Manhattan, NY office to join transportation, building, energy, and infrastructure projects. You will lead subsurface exploration coordination, oversee field tasks, and contribute to design deliverables with QA/QC standards.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil Engineering degree, an EIT, 5+ years of geotechnical experience, and strong leadership and communication skills.