Geotechnical Project Manager: Leading Design & Field Teams

French & Parrello; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) in Wall Township, NJ, seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead our Geotechnical Department and manage complex projects. You will mentor technical teams and strengthen client relationships while delivering innovative geotechnical solutions.

The role oversees investigations, design, and construction support, coordinating with regulatory agencies and multidisciplinary teams. Travel to project sites is required as needed, including overnight stays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required.
• PE license in the State of New Jersey required.
• 8+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering with project management experience.
• Experience with site investigations, foundation design, slope stability, and remedial solutions.
• Willingness to travel to project sites (including overnight stays).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• EIT/GEOTECH Engineer-in-Training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical engineering projects from inception through completion within time and budget.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and provide technical direction as needed.
• Oversee design and analysis of geotechnical aspects including foundations, slope stability, soil-structure interaction, and groundwater management.
• Mentor junior engineers, geologists, and technicians; ensure professional development.
• Prepare and review geotechnical investigation reports, feasibility studies, and technical specifications.
• Ensure high quality control; review deliverables and provide feedback to the team.
• Develop project budgets, track costs, and monitor schedules; address delivery issues.
• Support proposals and marketing initiatives to grow the geotechnical division.
• Ensure compliance with local/state/federal regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Geotechnical leadership

Project management

Client relations

Mentoring

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Master’s in Geotechnical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Project management software

Job description

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) in Wall Township, NJ, seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead our Geotechnical Department and manage complex projects. You will mentor technical teams and strengthen client relationships while delivering innovative geotechnical solutions.

The role oversees investigations, design, and construction support, coordinating with regulatory agencies and multidisciplinary teams. Travel to project sites is required as needed, including overnight stays.