Geotechnical Engineer - Project Manager

Civil and Environmental Consultants; Bridgeport (CT); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

Flexible work schedule

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Job summary

Civil and Environmental Consultants in Bridgeport, West Virginia is hiring a Geotechnical Engineer - Project Manager. This position involves leading investigations and design efforts in geotechnical engineering, along with mentoring junior staff.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a PE license, with 8+ years of experience. In addition to competitive compensation and bonuses, CEC offers a flexible work schedule and comprehensive benefits starting on day one.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of geotechnical engineering experience, preferably within a consulting environment.
• Experience managing geotechnical investigations and leading technical project work.
• Strong experience with geotechnical analysis and report preparation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies throughout project delivery.
• Oversee field drilling and sampling operations to ensure data quality and safety.
• Lead and contribute to geotechnical design, including foundations and slopes.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Report preparation

Foundation design

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer - Project Manager

Job Location: Bridgeport, West Virginia, US-WV-Bridgeport.

Category: Geotechnical Engineering | Type: Full‑Time.

Overview

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer, P.E., to join our growing team in Bridgeport, West Virginia. This is an opportunity for an experienced geotechnical professional to lead complex investigations and design efforts, mentor staff, and play a key role in shaping geotechnical solutions across a wide range of projects, including energy, infrastructure, and site development. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of projects while continuing to grow your technical expertise and leadership influence.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Support proposal development, project scoping, and client relationship management.
• Oversee field drilling and sampling operations, ensuring quality and safety in data collection.
• Prepare and review boring logs, laboratory testing programs, and geotechnical data analysis.
• Lead and contribute to the design of geotechnical elements including foundations, slopes, and retaining structures.
• Prepare and review technical reports, proposals, and project documentation.
• Provide geotechnical input across a variety of projects, including building foundations, landslide remediation, and infrastructure improvements.
• Oversee construction materials testing services, including earthwork, concrete, foundations, masonry, and pavements.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, geologists, and field staff.
• Lead and manage geotechnical subsurface investigations, including planning, coordination, and execution.

What We Offer

• 100% employee‑owned firm with a clear path to ownership.
• Competitive compensation with multiple income streams, including paid overtime, performance bonuses, and stock ownership.
• 55% of profits distributed through employee bonuses.
• Opportunity to take on leadership and mentorship responsibilities within a growing practice.
• Diverse project portfolio across geotechnical, energy, infrastructure, and site development sectors.
• Flexible and hybrid work schedule options.
• Comprehensive benefits starting day one (healthcare, dental, vision), along with a 401(k) with company match beginning the first of the month following your start date.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment that supports innovation and continued professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in West Virginia or ability to gain reciprocity.
• 8+ years of geotechnical engineering experience, preferably within a consulting environment.
• Experience managing geotechnical investigations and leading technical project work.
• Strong experience with geotechnical analysis, report preparation, and foundation design.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work directly with clients and project teams.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.