Senior Lead Civil Engineer - Geotech Leadership & Growth

Leoforce; Pittston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Leoforce seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead a regional geotechnical group in Pittston, PA. You will manage geotechnical engineers, inspectors, and laboratory operations while mentoring staff and growing the project backlog.

You will own budgets and schedules, develop client relationships, and pursue new work. The role blends technical leadership with hands-on project oversight in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Structural Engineering, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of relevant professional experience.
• PA PE or ability to obtain within six months.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and profitability.
• Experience leading and developing technical staff.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with clients, contractors, owners, and regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical engineers, construction inspectors, and laboratory operations.
• Influence budgets, profitability, staffing, backlog, and growth.
• Stay connected to geotechnical engineering while leading people and projects.
• Build relationships with owners, contractors, agencies, and prospective clients.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Budget management

Leadership

Project management

Client communication

Staff development

Regulatory communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Structural Engineering, or related engineering discipline

Job description

Leoforce seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead a regional geotechnical group in Pittston, PA. You will manage geotechnical engineers, inspectors, and laboratory operations while mentoring staff and growing the project backlog.

You will own budgets and schedules, develop client relationships, and pursue new work. The role blends technical leadership with hands-on project oversight in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.