Senior Geotechnical Engineer Manager

WSP USA; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer Manager to lead complex infrastructure and development projects across New England from the Merrimack, NH area. This senior role blends technical leadership with project management and client development.

The position calls for strong communication, hands-on oversight of investigations and design, and a track record of mentoring engineers while growing the geotechnical practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geological Engineering with geotechnical focus.
• 10+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience.
• PE license in a New England state or eligible via reciprocity.
• Experience leading geotechnical design and construction projects.
• Strong project management, writing, and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical projects from proposal through design, construction and closeout.
• Provide technical oversight for investigations, subsurface explorations, and foundation design.
• Manage scope, budgets, schedules, quality and client deliverables.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors and regulators.
• Review and prepare reports, specifications, calculations and construction documents; mentor staff.
• Support business development and client relationship activities; pursue proposals.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Technical writing

Client development

Team leadership

PE license

Field/investigation oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geological Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Geotechnical software

Microsoft Office

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer Manager to lead complex infrastructure and development projects across New England for our Merrimack, NH office. This is a high-impact leadership role for an experienced geotechnical professional who combines strong technical expertise with project management, client development, and team leadership capabilities.

Alternative office locations include Eliot, ME, Portland, ME, Chelmsford, MA, Worchester, MA, Boston, MA, North Providence, RI, Shelton, CT or Glastonbury, CT.

In this position, you will oversee geotechnical investigations, analyses, and design efforts supporting transportation, infrastructure, energy, building, and private development projects. You will serve as a trusted technical advisor, mentor emerging engineers, and help drive the continued growth of WSP's geotechnical practice.

Your Impact

• Lead geotechnical engineering projects from proposal and planning through design, construction, and project closeout.
• Provide technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, subsurface exploration programs, foundation design, slope stability evaluations, retaining structures, and earthwork projects.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, quality, and client deliverables.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Review and prepare engineering reports, specifications, calculations, and construction documents. Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff.
• Support business development activities, client relationship management, and proposal pursuits.
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and safety policies.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline with a geotechnical focus.
• 10+ years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in a New England state or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
• Experience leading geotechnical engineering design and construction projects.
• Strong project management, technical writing, and client-facing skills.
• Proficiency with geotechnical engineering software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and work effectively in both office and field environments.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support project and client requirements.
• Ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to be comfortable in remote settings and a willingness to perform a variety of tasks as needed to complete an assignment. Occasional travel will be required depending on project-specific requirements.
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering.
• Experience with rock mechanics, rock slope stabilization, and related design applications.
• Demonstrated success managing multidisciplinary projects and technical teams.
• Established client relationships and business development experience within the New England market.
• Active participation in professional engineering organizations.

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.