Geotechnical Project Manager

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC is seeking a geotechnical professional to lead reporting and project execution in Maryland. You will prepare geotechnical and construction materials testing reports and proposals, manage budgets, and ensure timely delivery of project deliverables.

The role involves supervising field crews, mentoring staff, and coordinating with clients to provide technical solutions and fulfill project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required.
• 2 years of related experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) preferred; license in work state required for title.

Responsibilities

• Prepare geotechnical reports with analysis and recommendations to meet project deadlines.
• Manage CMT projects with daily report review and field staff training.
• Prepare geotechnical and CMT proposals, manage budgets, and prepare change orders and invoices.
• Host or attend project meetings with clients to discuss reports and provide technical solutions.
• Assist with drilling packages, research local geologic history, supervise field crews, classify soils, and mentor staff.

Skills

2 years of related experience

PE/PG license preferred

Valid driver's license

Education

BSc/MSc in Civil Engineering or Geology

Job description

Responsibilities

• Primarily involved with preparation of geotechnical reports, including analysis and recommendations with a strong commitment to meet project deadlines
• Manage construction materials testing (CMT) projects with daily report review, assist with resolution of issues, and training of field staff on your projects
• Prepare both geotechnical and CMT proposals, manage project budgets, and prepare change orders and invoices
• Host or attend project meetings with clients to follow up on delivered reports and provide technical solutions as necessary
• Other duties may include assisting with or performing the following with supervision:
  • Prepare drilling packages and obtain utility clearances
  • Perform research on local geologic history
  • Supervise field work performed by drilling/test pit crews and assist with rig access issues
  • Classify soil and assign laboratory testing
  • Mentor and support Staff Project Managers, Assistant Staff Project Managers, and technicians in their development

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required
• 2 years of related experience
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) preferred
  • A professional license is required in each of the state(s) in which you work to use the license in the title. If a professional license has not yet been obtained, "Manager" will be used in the title.
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required.

The expected pay range for this role and location is $70,000 - $85,000/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.