Tucson Senior Geotechnical Lead & Division Manager

SOCOTEC, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC, Inc. in Tucson, AZ seeks an experienced Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead the local office as Division Manager and Principal-in-Charge, combining technical leadership with business development to drive growth.

You will mentor staff, oversee budgets and projects, manage client relationships, and ensure quality reviews on major projects while guiding field operations and lab activities during the growth phase.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience managing engineering projects and teams.
• 5+ years experience in the construction materials testing (CMT) industry
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in geotechnical design software.
• Ability to visit field sites; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee division operations, budgets, and workload planning
• Serve as Principal-in-Charge on major projects, providing technical oversight and quality review
• Mentor and guide project managers and technical staff
• Manage client relationships, contracts, and project deliverables
• Track KPIs, financial performance, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Support business development and strategic growth initiatives
• Manage construction materials testing field and lab operations during the initial growth stage

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Field site visits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Master's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical design software

Job description

SOCOTEC, Inc. in Tucson, AZ seeks an experienced Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead the local office as Division Manager and Principal-in-Charge, combining technical leadership with business development to drive growth.

You will mentor staff, oversee budgets and projects, manage client relationships, and ensure quality reviews on major projects while guiding field operations and lab activities during the growth phase.