Technical Leader – Geotechnical (657)

Technical Hires Group; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off and wellness days

Development programs and mentorship

Job summary

A respected engineering firm is looking for a Technical Leader - Geotechnical in South Carolina to manage significant infrastructure projects. This role offers the chance to lead construction management and provide technical guidance across various projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in civil engineering, be a licensed P.E. in Texas, and possess over 12 years of experience in geotechnical engineering. Benefits include competitive compensation, hybrid work flexibility, and professional development programs.

Qualifications

• 12+ years’ experience in geotechnical engineering is required.
• Experience in overseeing construction management and inspection services.
• Ability to coordinate with clients and stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee construction management for complex infrastructure projects.
• Supervise field inspection staff and provide technical guidance.
• Coordinate with clients and stakeholders to resolve construction issues.
• Support business development efforts including RFQs/RFPs.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Construction management

Field inspection

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s in civil engineering or a related field

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas

Job description

Join a respected engineering firm as a Technical Leader - Geotechnical in South Carolina, delivering designs for bridges, roadways, dams, and foundations. This role offers technical ownership on impactful infrastructure projects at a company known for quality, collaboration, and long‑term client partnerships.

The job:

• Lead and oversee construction management and inspection services for roadway, bridge, transit, drainage, utilities, erosion control, and maintenance of traffic projects.
• Supervise field inspection staff, providing technical guidance, mentoring, and performance oversight.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to maintain project progress and resolve construction issues.
• Support business development efforts, including client engagement, RFQs/RFPs, and proposal development.
• Plan and direct large, complex construction projects or multiple concurrent CEI assignments.

Benefits

• Compensation: $150,000 - $185,000
• Work Environment: Hybrid flexibility with 2 days work from home.
• 401(k) with employer match and professionally managed investment funds.
• Paid Time Off, holiday schedule, and wellness days.
• Development programmes including a strong professional development to Director, and award winning mentorship program.

What they need?

• Bachelor’s in civil engineering or a related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of Texas.
• At least 12+ years’ experience in geotechnical engineering.

The company:

A long‑established privately owned engineering firm recognised for delivering complex infrastructure solutions across the water, environmental, transportation, and facilities markets. With a strong international footprint and a reputation for technical excellence, the company partners with public‑ and private‑sector clients on high‑impact programs, supported by multidisciplinary teams and rigorous quality standards.

Hires Group is an equal opportunity staffing agency and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

Who are We?

Hires Group (formerly Technical Hires) was founded in 2023 by the former CEO and COO of a multi‑million‑dollar staffing firm to partner with U.S. civil engineering firms to help engineers navigate their options – built on a people‑before‑profit ethos. Learn more about Hires Group here: About us | Hires Group