Senior Project Manager- Geotechnical Engineering

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; United States; On-site; USD 117,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Langan is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Project Manager / Engineer to join its collaborative team in Milwaukee, WI. You will lead technical efforts, prepare reports and specifications, and design foundations, retaining walls, and other geotechnical elements in construction projects.

You will mentor staff, manage client interactions, proposals, and budgets while expanding services and ensuring high-quality deliverables. This role offers a strong career path within a global geotechnical practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; Master's in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
• Professional Engineer licensure.
• 10+ years of geotechnical experience.
• Experience with geotechnical investigations and construction inspections.
• Office experience coordinating investigations, reports, and spec writing.
• Field experience in earthwork, pile construction, load testing, and retaining wall design.
• Proficiency with gINT, Slide/SLOPE/W, PLAXIS, LPILE, GRLWEAP, MSEW, SHAKE.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and geotechnical recommendations.
• Prepare proposals; coordinate projects, manage clients and billings.
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and review of staff work.
• Expand services to existing clients and develop new clients while maintaining billability.
• Support excavation designs and Plaxis 3D analysis.
• Log borings and perform observations during construction projects.
• Manage multiple projects within budgets, schedules, and deadlines; monitor timelines.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Communication skills

Independence

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

gINT

Slide/SLOPE/W

PLAXIS

LPILE

GRLWEAP

MSEW

SHAKE

Job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly across 50+ offices, gaining valuable hands‑on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial, advancing innovative technical solutions, offering robust training, knowledge sharing, and contributing positively to the communities we serve.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Project Manager / Engineer to join its collaborative team in Milwaukee, WI. The role involves managing client interaction, providing staff training and project leadership, preparing technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and designing foundations, retaining walls, and other geotechnical aspects of construction. You will partner cross‑functionally with top industry leadership in an evolving environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Preparation of technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and geotechnical recommendations;
• Preparation of proposals; coordinating projects, managing clients and managing billings;
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and review of work for staff;
• Expand services to existing clients and develop new clients while maintaining strong billability;
• Support excavation designs and Plaxis 3D analysis;
• Log borings and perform observation during construction projects;
• Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines; monitor budgets, schedules, and project timelines;
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with a Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred;
• Professional Engineer licensure;
• 10+ years related geotechnical experience;
• Prior experience with geotechnical investigations and construction inspections;
• Office experience with investigation and field work coordination, geotechnical reports, and specification writing;
• Prior field experience in earthwork, driven and drilled pile construction, load testing, footings subgrade and backfill inspection, ground improvements, retaining wall design and construction, and excavation support system design and inspection;
• Desired software knowledge: gINT, Slide/SLOPE/W, PLAXIS, LPILE, GRLWEAP, MSEW, SHAKE;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
• Some field work required;
• Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Pay Range

$117,000—$171,000 USD

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes full‑time employment with company‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups, flexible work schedules, extensive training, wellness programs, buddy and mentoring programs, and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well‑being and success of our employees.