Senior Geotechnical Project Manager

Weston & Sampson; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer in any of our North or South Carolina offices with 10+ years of experience with comprehensive experience in geotechnical engineering and project management.

You’ll lead projects, prepare proposals, complex technical reports, specifications, and construction drawings, mentor junior staff, and travel to client meetings and project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering; Master’s degree preferred with geotechnical focus.
• 16+ years of diverse geotechnical experience and proven project leadership.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification is required.
• Dam safety experience is a plus and familiarity with Building Codes and Design Manuals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to lead and mentor.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Project management including proposals, technical reports, specifications, and drawings.
• Reviewing and mentoring junior staff; leading project teams.
• Travel to client meetings and project sites as required.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering

Master's degree in geotechnical engineering

Job description

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Project Engineer in any of our North or South Carolina offices with 10+ years of experience with comprehensive experience in geotechnical engineering and project management.

What you’ll do:

• Responsible for project management; preparation of proposals, complex technical reports, specifications, and construction drawings.
• Managing and reviewing work of junior staff and mentoring.
• Some travel will be required to client meetings and project sites.

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• Master’s degree preferred with concentration in geotechnical engineering
• 16+years of diverse and proven geotechnical experience
• PE certificationrequired
• Experience with dam safety engineering is a plus.
• Familiar with geotechnical aspects of Building Codes and Design Manuals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership anddecision-makingskills
• Must be motivated, responsible, and able to work independently
• A validdriver’s license isrequired
• PE certificationrequired

Overview:

At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respectfor each other’s ideas.

We offer:

• Meaningful work:Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments
• Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success
• Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways
• Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around
• Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.

Ready to transform your environment? Let’s work together.

A note to third-party recruiters

Weston & Sampson manages all recruiting directly. We do not accept unsolicited resumes without a signed agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered property of Weston & Sampson, and we are not responsible for associated fees.