Principal Geotechnical Engineer

LVI Associates; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development and mentoring

Leadership opportunity in growing geos

Job summary

LVI Associates in Maryland is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical projects across the region. The role combines technical leadership, project management, and client development to grow the firm's geotechnical practice.

You will oversee investigations, design, and reporting for commercial, transportation, institutional, and industrial projects, while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Strong background in site investigations, foundation design, earthwork, and construction-phase services.
• Experience managing projects, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical projects from proposal through construction.
• Plan and manage subsurface investigations, drilling programs, and field explorations.
• Perform and review analyses related to foundations, slope stability, and earthwork.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, specifications, and recommendations.
• Mentor junior engineers and project managers.
• Coordinate with related teams and clients to support project success.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Client development

Technical leadership

Technical writing

Education

PE license

Job description

Location: Maryland
Experience: 7+ Years
Industry: Geotechnical Engineering

An established engineering consulting firm is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical projects, support client growth, and mentor technical staff across Maryland.

This role is suited for an experienced engineer who enjoys balancing technical leadership, project management, client development, and team mentorship. The successful candidate will oversee a variety of commercial, transportation, institutional, industrial, residential, and public infrastructure projects while helping grow the firm's geotechnical practice throughout the region.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical projects from proposal through construction.
• Plan and manage subsurface investigations, drilling programs, and field exploration activities.
• Perform and review geotechnical analyses related to foundations, retaining structures, settlement, slope stability, and earthwork.
• Prepare and oversee geotechnical reports, specifications, and recommendations.
• Serve as a senior technical resource for project teams and clients.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, staffing, and profitability.
• Develop and maintain relationships with developers, architects, contractors, and public-sector clients.
• Support proposal development, fee estimates, and business development efforts.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and project managers.
• Coordinate with CMT and Special Inspections teams to provide comprehensive project support.

Requirements

• 7+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• PE license required.
• Strong background in geotechnical investigations, foundation design, earthwork, and construction-phase services.
• Experience managing projects, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships while supporting business growth.

Preferred Experience

• Commercial and mixed-use development.
• Transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Higher education and institutional facilities.
• Industrial and mission-critical developments.
• Deep and shallow foundation systems.
• Retaining walls, shoring systems, and earth retention design.
• Business development and staff leadership responsibilities.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to play a key leadership role within a growing geotechnical practice.
• Diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects across Maryland.
• Strong technical team and established client base.
• Clear path toward senior leadership and practice management.
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative environment with a strong focus on professional development and mentorship.

This is an excellent opportunity for a geotechnical engineer looking to take on a leadership position with significant influence over project delivery, client relationships, team development, and the continued growth of a respected engineering consulting practice.