Senior Geotechnical Project Manager - Hybrid Role

Kleinfelder; Riverside (CA); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder in Riverside, CA is seeking a Project Manager with a geology/geotechnical background to lead complex civil projects. The role blends office, field, and client-facing work, based in the Riverside area with hybrid opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years managing multidisciplinary projects, strong communication, and ability to mentor staff while coordinating with clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in consulting engineering or related services with 7+ years in managing complex projects.
• Ability to interface with Clients and oversee multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to work beyond standard 40 hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of project scopes, budgets, work breakdown structures and schedules.
• Prepare designs, reports and assessments for complex projects.
• Coordinate field exploration, testing, and site visits with staff.
• Manage safety, quality, schedule, budget and client communications.
• Provide mentorship to junior staff and support business development.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Team leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Education

BS in Geology, Geological Engineering, or Civil Engineering

MS degree preferred

Professional licensure: PG/CEG/PE/GE (CA)

PMP certification preferred

Tools

MS Office

Project tracking software

Job description

Kleinfelder in Riverside, CA is seeking a Project Manager with a geology/geotechnical background to lead complex civil projects. The role blends office, field, and client-facing work, based in the Riverside area with hybrid opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years managing multidisciplinary projects, strong communication, and ability to mentor staff while coordinating with clients and internal teams.