Senior Geotechnical Project Leader – Water & Transportation

Blackburn Consulting; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackburn Consulting is seeking a Sr. Project Manager to oversee moderate to complex engineering geology and forensics projects, reporting to the CEO and senior leadership.

Candidates should have 20+ years of experience in engineering geology for water, flood control, and transportation projects, and must manage budgets, schedules, and client relations while mentoring staff. Travel to project sites is required. A PE or PG license and a CEG license, plus a valid driver's license, are essential.

Qualifications

• PE or PG license required.
• 20+ years of engineering geology experience.
• English communication (read/write/speaking) required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage moderate to complex projects with independent judgment.
• Review reports, calculations, and budgets.
• Lead client communications and meetings with stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve project issues including changes to scope.
• Ensure deadlines and budgets are adhered to.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Leadership

Budgeting

Report writing

Education

PE license

PG license

CEG License

Job description

Blackburn Consulting is seeking a Sr. Project Manager to oversee moderate to complex engineering geology and forensics projects, reporting to the CEO and senior leadership.

Candidates should have 20+ years of experience in engineering geology for water, flood control, and transportation projects, and must manage budgets, schedules, and client relations while mentoring staff. Travel to project sites is required. A PE or PG license and a CEG license, plus a valid driver's license, are essential.