Geotechnical Senior Project Manager

ECS Group of Companies; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Chantilly, VA seeks an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Manager to lead project execution, provide technical oversight, ensure quality control, and mentor junior staff. The role requires 5+ years in geotechnical engineering, PE or PG licensure (or ability to obtain within three months), and strong communication skills for budget, scope, and client management.

Salary ranges from $90,000 to $120,000 per year, depending on location and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in geotechnical engineering.
• Licensed PE or PG, or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical principles and safety regulations.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Experience leading engineering teams and BD activities.
• Familiarity with industry standards and codes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of geotechnical projects.
• Develop scopes, budgets, schedules, and plans.
• Perform geotechnical analyses and calculations.
• Supervise field exploration and interpret data from boring layouts and lab tests.
• Review designs, drawings, and specifications.
• Mentor junior engineers and project managers.
• Support business development through client engagement.
• Promote values, culture, and employee engagement.

Skills

5+ years geotechnical

Strong technical aptitude

Project management

Team leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Business development

Education

BS in Civil/Geological Eng or Geology

PE or PG licensure (or within 3 months)

MS in Civil/Geological Eng or Geology

Job description

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

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of geotechnical engineering projects.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and plans.
• Perform geotechnical analysis and engineering calculations.
• Supervise field exploration programs and interpret geotechnical data from boring layouts, utility clearances, and laboratory tests.
• Perform technical review of engineering designs, drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Provide coaching and guidance to junior engineers and project managers.
• Assist with business development efforts through community involvement and client engagement.
• Promote company values, positive culture, and high employee engagement.

Required Experience & Skills

• 5+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Strong technical aptitude and knowledge of geotechnical principles.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Experience leading and developing engineering teams.
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations.
• Business development experience.

Required Education & Certifications

• BS in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) required; if not currently licensed, must have the ability to obtain within three months of hire.

Preferred Education & Certifications

• MS in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar.

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 $90k - $120k/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

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 3,00 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 #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.