Geotechnical Staff Project Manager

Engineering Consulting Service; Brooklyn Heights (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineering Consulting Service is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Project Manager I to support geotechnical engineering and CMT projects through analysis, reporting, and coordination. The position is primarily office-based with some field training, involving budgeting and documentation.

You will contribute to reports, CMT tasks, proposals, and site access planning while developing project management and client communication skills in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required.
• Professional license is not required in this position, but it is necessary to progress in your career
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Basic knowledge of geotechnical principles and applications
• Basic knowledge of construction materials testing and ASTM standards
• Ability to work effectively with teams, clients, and supervisors
• Developing project management and client communication skills
• Basic familiarity with geotechnical software (developing)
• Self‑motivated and responsible work ethic

Responsibilities

• Supports preparation of geotechnical reports, including analysis and recommendations
• Manages construction materials testing (CMT) tasks, including daily report review and issue tracking
• Assists with project budgeting and prepares invoices
• Supports preparation of proposals for geotechnical and CMT projects
• Performs or assists with boring and test pit layout and site access evaluation
• Prepares drilling packages and obtains utility clearances
• Conducts research on local geologic conditions
• Assists with supervision of field investigations and drilling activities
• Performs or supports in-situ testing and soil classification
• Reviews field reports and supports documentation of project data
• Communicates with project teams, contractors, and field personnel
• Performs other technical, field, and project support tasks as assigned

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational & time management

Geotechnical principles knowledge

ASTM standards knowledge

Team collaboration

Client communication

Geotechnical software familiarity (dev

Self-motivated work ethic

Education

Bachelor/Master of Science in Civil/Geological Engineering or Geology

Tools

Geotechnical software (developing)

Job description

Responsibilities

The Geotechnical Staff Project Manager I supports geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing (CMT) projects through technical analysis, reporting, and project coordination activities. This role is primarily office-based, with some field exposure for training, and involves assisting with project execution, budgeting, and documentation. The Geotechnical Staff Project Manager I develops technical and project management skills while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating an understanding of ECS Core Values.

• Supports preparation of geotechnical reports, including analysis and recommendations
• Manages construction materials testing (CMT) tasks, including daily report review and issue tracking
• Assists with project budgeting and prepares invoices
• Supports preparation of proposals for geotechnical and CMT projects
• Performs or assists with boring and test pit layout and site access evaluation
• Prepares drilling packages and obtains utility clearances
• Conducts research on local geologic conditions
• Assists with supervision of field investigations and drilling activities
• Performs or supports in-situ testing and soil classification
• Reviews field reports and supports documentation of project data
• Communicates with project teams, contractors, and field personnel
• Performs other technical, field, and project support tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• 0 years of related experience
• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required
• Professional license is not required in this position, but it is necessary to progress in your career
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Basic knowledge of geotechnical principles and applications
• Basic knowledge of construction materials testing and ASTM standards
• Ability to work effectively with teams, clients, and supervisors
• Developing project management and client communication skills
• Basic familiarity with geotechnical software (developing)
• Self‑motivated and responsible work ethic

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-5

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.