Geotechnical Engineer & Project Lead — NYC (Hybrid, Stock Options)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and training

Career growth path toward PM/Technical

Stock ownership potential

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer / Assistant Project Manager for our Manhattan, NY office. The candidate will support transportation, building, energy, and infrastructure projects with a focus on technical delivery and client collaboration.

The role requires 5+ years of geotechnical experience, an EIT, and the aim to obtain a PE within 1–2 years. Hybrid work is possible, with travel to regional projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required; Master's in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) is required; intent to obtain PE within 1-2 years.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant geotechnical experience, with master's degree potentially substituting up to 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee subsurface exploration and field testing activities.
• Assist with task management on large project teams or independently manage smaller projects.
• Execute day-to-day technical tasks and contribute to design deliverables per QA/QC standards.
• Monitor project performance, budgets, and contractual compliance.
• Assist with proposal development and preparation, and authorship of geotechnical reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Field oversight

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering

M.S. Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

SEEP/W

SLOPE/W

LPILE

GROUP

Settle 3D

WEAP

Autodesk CAD

Job description

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer / Assistant Project Manager for our Manhattan, NY office. The candidate will support transportation, building, energy, and infrastructure projects with a focus on technical delivery and client collaboration.

The role requires 5+ years of geotechnical experience, an EIT, and the aim to obtain a PE within 1–2 years. Hybrid work is possible, with travel to regional projects as needed.