Geotechnical Project Manager

ECS Group of Companies; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a geotechnical engineer to prepare reports, analyze data, and provide technical solutions for ongoing projects. The role involves managing CMT tasks, proposals, budgets, and client interactions to ensure timely delivery of high-quality results.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S./M.S. in civil or geological engineering with 2 years of related experience; professional licensure (PE or PG) is preferred and driving for ECS subsidiaries may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar required.
• 2 years of related experience preferred.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Primarily involved with preparation of geotechnical reports, including analysis and recommendations to meet project deadlines.
• Manage construction materials testing (CMT) projects with daily report review and field staff training.
• Prepare geotechnical and CMT proposals, manage budgets, and prepare change orders and invoices.
• Attend project meetings with clients to review reports and provide technical solutions.

Education

Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar

Job description

Military Qualifications

• 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




• 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.

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 #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #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.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.