Geotechnical Senior Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of geotechnical engineering projects.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and plans.
• Perform geotechnical analysis and engineering calculations.
• Supervise field exploration programs and interpret geotechnical data from boring layouts, utility clearances, and laboratory tests.
• Perform technical review of engineering designs, drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Provide coaching and guidance to junior engineers and project managers.
• Aid in business development efforts through community involvement and client engagement.
• Promote company values, positive culture, and high employee engagement.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Strong technical aptitude and knowledge of geotechnical principles.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Experience leading and developing engineering teams.
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations.
• Business development experience.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) required; if not currently licensed, must have the ability to obtain within three months of hire.

Skills

• Technical aptitude and knowledge of geotechnical principles.
• Project management and communication skills.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Business development experience.

Benefits

• Employee ownership.
• Cozy work environment.
• High employee engagement.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible working hours.

About the Role

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Senior Project Manager to manage key client projects for our Richmond office. In this role, you will lead project execution, provide technical oversight, ensure quality control, and mentor junior staff.

Company Information

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025).

To learn more about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.