Geotechnical Project Engineer or Project Manager

LVI Associates; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates in Boston seeks a Project Geotechnical Engineer / Project Manager to lead geotechnical projects across New England. You will mentor junior staff and coordinate multi-project delivery while interfacing with clients.

Ideal candidates hold a PE license, a civil/geotechnical degree (MS preferred), and 6+ years of geotechnical experience, including field investigations and report preparation. This role offers growth into senior leadership and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• PE license required.
• 6+ years geotechnical engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (Master's preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical analysis, engineering design, and technical evaluations.
• Lead field investigations and subsurface exploration programs.
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, recommendations, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, invoices, and client communications.
• Coordinate multiple projects while ensuring quality and schedule adherence.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and field staff.
• Participate in proposal preparation and contribute to business development initiatives.

Skills

PE license

Project management

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Project Geotechnical Engineer / Project Manager

LVI Associates is partnered with a Tier 1 global engineering and environmental consultancy renowned for delivering some of the most complex land development, infrastructure, institutional, and energy projects across North America. Due to continued growth across New England, they are seeking a Project Geotechnical Engineer / Project Manager to join their Boston team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level geotechnical engineer looking to step into greater project leadership responsibility while working alongside some of the industry's most respected technical professionals.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Join a nationally recognized engineering consultancy with a strong project pipeline across private development and large-scale infrastructure sectors.
• Exposure to both technical engineering and project management responsibilities.
• Clear progression into senior project management and leadership positions.
• Flexible working environment and strong investment in employee development.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile geotechnical projects throughout New England.
• Collaborative culture with extensive mentorship, technical training, and cross-disciplinary project exposure.

What You'll Be Doing

You’ll play a key role in the delivery of geotechnical projects while supporting clients, mentoring junior staff, and managing project execution.

• Perform geotechnical analysis, engineering design, and technical evaluations.
• Lead field investigations, subsurface exploration programs, and construction observation activities.
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, recommendations, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, invoices, and client communications.
• Coordinate multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring quality and schedule adherence.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and field staff.
• Participate in proposal preparation and contribute to business development initiatives.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (Master's preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 6+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Strong field experience involving geotechnical investigations, foundations, ground improvement, earthwork, and excavation support systems.
• Experience preparing technical reports, specifications, design documents, and geotechnical recommendations.
• Proven project management experience, including client interaction, budgets, schedules, and project delivery.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A collaborative mindset with an interest in mentoring and supporting team growth.

The Culture

This Tier 1 consultancy is known for:

• A highly collaborative and people-focused environment.
• Strong investment in mentorship, technical development, and career progression.
• An entrepreneurial culture where engineers are encouraged to take ownership of projects and client relationships.
• Diverse project exposure across land development, transportation, infrastructure, institutional, and energy sectors.

Ready for the Next Step?

If you're a PE-licensed geotechnical engineer with 6+ years of experience looking to advance your project management responsibilities while working on some of New England's most exciting projects, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.