Senior Geotechnical Project Manager

Blackburn Consulting; Waldo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackburn Consulting in California seeks a full-time Project Manager to lead geotechnical engineering projects under the Director of Geotechnical Services. The role requires 8–10 years of experience and occasional travel to project sites.

You will manage budgets, schedules, and client relations while supervising staff and coordinating with senior leadership. A strong civil/geotechnical background and licenses are essential, with opportunities to advance in a family-like, quality-focused firm.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of geotechnical project management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or similar; Master’s preferred.
• PE license; GE license preferred.
• Willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgets and schedules on geotechnical projects.
• Review and edit reports and calculations.
• Coordinate with clients, staff, and contractors.
• Identify and resolve project issues, including scope changes.
• Lead and develop project team on assigned projects.

Skills

Budget management

Project management

Client communication

Team leadership

Risk management

Contract review

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or similar

Master’s degree in geotechnical engineering or similar

PE license

GE license (preferred)

Tools

Windows-based systems

Job description

Blackburn Consulting in California seeks a full-time Project Manager to lead geotechnical engineering projects under the Director of Geotechnical Services. The role requires 8–10 years of experience and occasional travel to project sites.

You will manage budgets, schedules, and client relations while supervising staff and coordinating with senior leadership. A strong civil/geotechnical background and licenses are essential, with opportunities to advance in a family-like, quality-focused firm.