Senior Geotechnical Project Leader | Client Impact

Engineering Consulting Service; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited seeks an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Manager to lead key client projects from our Richmond, VA office. You will oversee project execution, provide technical oversight, ensure quality control, and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities include managing geotechnical and CMT projects, preparing reports, budgets, and proposals, serving as primary client contact, and guiding staff through field investigations and testing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related geotechnical project management experience.
• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar.
• P.E. or P.G. license in applicable states or ability to obtain via reciprocity within three months.
• Valid driver’s license if driving for ECS.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced project management and consulting skills.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills.
• Extensive knowledge of geotechnical principles and ASTM standards.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a consulting environment.
• Ability to mentor and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Leads geotechnical and CMT projects from proposal through completion.
• Oversees preparation and review of geotechnical reports and recommendations.
• Ensures all tasks from proposal to final invoice are completed accurately and on time.
• Manages project budgets, change orders, invoicing, and collections.
• Reviews field reports for quality and completeness.
• Prepares and oversees proposals and contracts.
• Serves as primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Hosts and participates in project meetings to present findings and solutions.
• Supervises field investigations, drilling, and testing activities.
• Mentors and develops junior staff, technicians, and project managers.
• Supports staffing decisions and resource allocation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project leadership

Client relations

Communication

Mentoring

PM & consulting

BD / business development

Geotechnical knowledge

Leadership

Education

B.S./M.S. in Civil/GEO Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

ECS Limited seeks an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Manager to lead key client projects from our Richmond, VA office. You will oversee project execution, provide technical oversight, ensure quality control, and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities include managing geotechnical and CMT projects, preparing reports, budgets, and proposals, serving as primary client contact, and guiding staff through field investigations and testing.