Geotechnical Senior Project Professional

Engineering Consulting Service; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 125,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Charlotte, NC seeks a Geotechnical Senior Project Professional to lead geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing projects from proposal to closeout. You will ensure technical quality, client satisfaction, and financial performance while mentoring field staff and coordinating reports, budgets, and field operations.

This role requires 12+ years of experience, strong communication, and the ability to develop teams and drive business growth.

Qualifications

• 12 years of related experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Earth Sciences, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license if driving for ECS subsidiary.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
• Advanced project management and consulting skills.
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical principles and applications.
• Strong working knowledge of construction materials testing and ASTM standards.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and priorities.
• Strong client relationship and business development skills.
• Ability to lead and develop teams.
• Understanding of project prioritization and consulting workflows.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages geotechnical and CMT projects from proposal through completion.
• Oversees preparation of technical reports, including 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 for quality, accuracy, and completeness.
• Hosts and participates in project meetings with clients and stakeholders.
• Provides technical solutions and recommendations during project execution.
• Supervises and mentors field staff, technicians, and junior professionals.
• Supports staff development and training.
• Prepares and reviews geotechnical and CMT proposals.
• Oversees field operations, including drilling and testing activities.
• Conducts geologic research and supports technical decision-making.
• Performs or delegates project tasks as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Business development

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Earth Sciences

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMT testing procedures

Field testing equipment knowledge

ASTM standards knowledge

Job description

Responsibilities

The Geotechnical Senior Project Professional leads and oversees geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing 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 Professional provides leadership to project teams and actively contributes to business development and client relationship growth while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating an understanding of ECS Core Values.

• Leads and manages geotechnical and CMT projects from proposal through completion
• Oversees preparation of technical reports, including 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
• Hosts and participates in project meetings with clients and stakeholders
• Provides technical solutions and recommendations during project execution
• Supervises and mentors field staff, technicians, and junior professionals
• Supports staff development and training
• Prepares and reviews geotechnical and CMT proposals
• Oversees field operations, including drilling and testing activities
• Conducts geologic research and supports technical decision-making
• Performs or delegates project tasks as appropriate
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 12 years of related experience
• High school diploma or GED required
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Earth Sciences, Engineering Technology, or related field is preferred
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities
• Advanced project management and consulting skills
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical principles and applications
• Strong working knowledge of construction materials testing and ASTM standards
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and priorities
• Strong client relationship and business development skills
• Ability to lead and develop teams
• Strong understanding of project prioritization and consulting workflows

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and certification requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
• E-6/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 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.