Regional Geotechnical Practice Leader

ECS Group of Companies; York (York County); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies seeks a Geotechnical Principal to lead and advance our geotechnical practice in the United States. You will provide final technical authority, oversee regional performance, and shape project strategies while cultivating client relationships and pursuing growth opportunities.

You will mentor associate principals and senior staff, review complex reports, and guide proposals and major decisions.

Qualifications

• 12 years of related geotechnical experience.
• BS/MS in Civil Eng, Geotechnical Eng, Geology, or related field required.
• P.E. or P.G. license required in the states you work.
• Valid driver's license if driving for ECS subsidiaries.
• Established reputation as a geotechnical expert.
• Strong regional client relationships and revenue growth demonstrated.
• Advanced geotechnical analysis software proficiency.
• Ability to mentor senior staff and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical expertise and oversight across geotechnical projects.
• Performs final technical review and approval of reports, calculations, and deliverables.
• Ensures quality, accuracy, and consistency of technical output across projects and teams.
• Oversees project performance at a strategic level and intervenes on complex issues.
• Mentors Associate Principals, Senior Project Managers, and emerging leaders.
• Supports and leads business development efforts and client relationships growth.
• Reviews and approves proposals, contracts, and major project decisions.
• Contributes to departmental and regional financial performance (P&L awareness).
• Participates in staffing decisions, recruiting, and team development.
• Represents the firm as a technical expert in the industry and community.
• Participates in organizational leadership initiatives and technical committees.
• Performs other leadership and technical duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client relationships

Geotechnical engineering

Risk management

Staff mentoring

Education

Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required

P.E. or P.G. license required in each state of work

Tools

Geotechnical analysis software

Job description

ECS Group of Companies seeks a Geotechnical Principal to lead and advance our geotechnical practice in the United States. You will provide final technical authority, oversee regional performance, and shape project strategies while cultivating client relationships and pursuing growth opportunities.

You will mentor associate principals and senior staff, review complex reports, and guide proposals and major decisions.