Geotechnical Senior Project Manager

Engineering Consulting Service; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Manager to lead key client projects in our Buffalo Grove office. You will oversee geotechnical and CMT work, manage budgets, and mentor staff while delivering high-quality results for clients.

You will coordinate proposals and contracts, serve as the primary client contact, and guide teams through field investigations, reporting, and compliance with ASTM standards.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience.
• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar.
• A PE or PG license is required in each state you work, or be eligible by reciprocity within 3 months of hire.
• If driving for ECS, 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 standards.
• Proficiency 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.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Business development

Client relations

Mentoring

Education

Civil/Geotechnical Engineering degree

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Manager to manage key client projects in our Buffalo Grove office. The Geotechnical Senior Project Manager leads and oversees geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing (CMT) projects from proposal through final delivery and closeout. This role is fully accountable for project success, including technical quality, client satisfaction, financial performance, and team execution. The Geotechnical Senior Project Manager provides leadership to project teams, mentors staff, and actively contributes to business development and client relationship growth while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

• 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.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) 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 standards
• Proficiency 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

The expected pay range for this role and location is $80k - $95k/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 #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.