Geotechnical Staff Project Manager

Engineering Consulting Service; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) in the United States seeks a geotechnical engineering support professional. You will help prepare geotechnical reports, manage CMT tasks, assist with budgeting and invoicing, and support proposals for geotechnical and CMT projects.

You will help with field activities, boring layouts, site access evaluation, and utility clearances while coordinating with project teams, contractors, and field personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required.
• A professional license is not required in this position, but it helps to progress in your career
• If driving for ECS, a valid driver's license is required
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• 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

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

Time management

Geotechnical principles

ASTM standards

Team collaboration

Client communication

Geotechnical software (developing)

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor/Master of Science in Civil/Geological engineering or geoscience

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

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

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 0 years of related experience
• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required
• A 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:

• E-5

The expected pay range for this role and location is $65k - $85k/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 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), #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.