Geotechnical Lead & Growth-Focused Project Manager

3P CAREERS | CIVIL ENGINEERING | ARCHITECTURE | INTERIOR DESIGN; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a well-established engineering consulting firm, is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead technical delivery and drive strategic growth.

This high-impact leadership role requires 8+ years in geotechnical engineering, mentoring teams, managing client relationships, and advancing business development. The position involves overseeing investigations, reporting, and construction support across diverse infrastructure projects in the Mid-Atlantic.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering.
• 8+ years geotechnical engineering experience across diverse project types.
• PE license required (or ability to obtain quickly).
• Strong background in geotechnical analysis, reporting, and construction support.
• Proven experience managing projects, clients, and teams.
• Experience with proposal writing and business development strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical investigations, analyses, and design for a wide range of project types.
• Oversee subsurface exploration programs, laboratory testing, and engineering evaluations.
• Provide recommendations for foundations, earthwork, slope stability, groundwater, and pavement design.
• Review and sign off on reports, calculations, and technical deliverables.
• Provide construction-phase support including QA/QC and field coordination.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously from proposal through completion.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers, geologists, and field staff.
• Coordinate with internal teams, drill crews, and laboratory personnel.
• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards.
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients; identify new opportunities.
• Lead proposal development, scope definition, and fee negotiations.
• Represent the firm in client meetings, industry events, and agency interactions.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies as needed.
• Support permitting efforts and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to firm-wide strategic initiatives and growth opportunities.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Leadership

Client management

Proposal writing

Communication skills

PE license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Our client, a well-established engineering consulting firm, is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead technical delivery and drive strategic growth.

This high-impact leadership role requires 8+ years in geotechnical engineering, mentoring teams, managing client relationships, and advancing business development. The position involves overseeing investigations, reporting, and construction support across diverse infrastructure projects in the Mid-Atlantic.