Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer

Engineering Consulting Service; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking a Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer to manage key client projects from our Morgantown office. You will lead project execution, provide technical oversight, ensure quality, and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities include leading geotechnical and CMT projects, reviewing reports, managing budgets and invoicing, and serving as the primary client contact. A PE license and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience.
• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in state(s) of work or able to obtain via reciprocity within 3 months.
• Valid driver''s license if driving for ECS.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Advanced project management and consulting skills.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills.
• Extensive knowledge of geotechnical principles and applications.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages geotechnical and CMT projects from proposal through completion.
• Oversees preparation and review of geotechnical reports, including data analysis and recommendations.
• Ensures all project tasks, from proposal to final invoice, are completed accurately and on time.
• Manages project budgets, change orders, invoicing, and collections.
• Reviews field reports and ensures quality, accuracy, and completeness.
• Prepares and oversees proposals and contracts.
• Serves as primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Hosts and participates in project meetings to present findings and solutions.
• Supervises field investigations, drilling, and testing activities.
• Provides technical oversight and verifies calculations and recommendations.
• Mentors and develops junior staff, technicians, and project managers.
• Supports staffing decisions and resource allocation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Geotechnical project management

Client relationship management

Staff mentoring

Communication skills

Leadership

5+ years experience

Education

Civil/Geological Engineering degree

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Engineer to manage key client projects in our Morgantown office. In this role, you will lead project execution, provide technical oversight, ensure quality control, and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities:

• Leads and manages geotechnical and CMT projects from proposal through completion
• Oversees preparation and review of geotechnical reports, including technical analysis and recommendations
• Ensures all project tasks, from proposal to final invoice, are completed accurately and on time
• Manages project budgets, change orders, invoicing, and collections
• Reviews field reports and ensures quality, accuracy, and completeness
• Prepares and oversees proposals and contracts
• Serves as primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders
• Hosts and participates in project meetings to present findings and provide technical solutions
• Supervises field investigations, drilling, and testing activities
• Provides technical oversight and verifies calculations and recommendations
• Mentors and develops junior staff, technicians, and project managers
• Supports staffing decisions and resource allocation
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years of related experience
• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required
• A Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required in each of the state(s) in which you work, or you must have the ability to obtain a local license through reciprocity within three months of hire date
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Advanced project management and consulting skills
• Strong business development and client relationship skills
• Extensive knowledge of geotechnical principles and applications
• Strong working knowledge of construction materials testing and ASTM standardsProficiency with geotechnical software
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a consulting environment
• Ability to mentor and develop staff

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
  • E-7

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 building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

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