Geotechnical Project Leader - Complex Infrastructure

UES; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UES is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Project Manager to lead complex geotechnical projects, mentor engineers, and drive client engagements across transportation, energy, and infrastructure. You will oversee budgets, schedules, and quality, while advancing technical excellence and innovative design solutions.

Ideal candidates have a PE license, 8+ years in geotechnical engineering (3+ in leadership) and a proven track record in large, high-profile programs. Some travel is required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Travel extensively for client and project needs.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical expert on geotechnical engineering projects of significant complexity and scope.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, coordinating geotechnical input for large infrastructure, transportation, energy, and commercial projects.
• Develop innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable geotechnical design solutions.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources, ensuring delivery of high-quality work products.
• Build and maintain strategic client relationships, leading proposal efforts and negotiations for major contracts.
• Provide senior-level review and approval of geotechnical reports, specifications, and engineering analyses.
• Mentor, train, and develop junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.

Skills

Geotechnical modeling

Soil-structure interaction

Ground improvement technologies

Leadership

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Master’s strongly preferred

Job description

UES is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Project Manager to lead complex geotechnical projects, mentor engineers, and drive client engagements across transportation, energy, and infrastructure. You will oversee budgets, schedules, and quality, while advancing technical excellence and innovative design solutions.

Ideal candidates have a PE license, 8+ years in geotechnical engineering (3+ in leadership) and a proven track record in large, high-profile programs. Some travel is required.