Geotechnical Team Leader

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of geotechnical technicians and support staff
• Manage day-to-day operations of the geotechnical team
• Coordinate project assignments, staffing, and workload distribution
• Ensure projects are staffed appropriately and delivered on schedule
• Review and oversee geotechnical reports, analyses, and recommendations
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members
• Communicate with project managers, clients, and contractors
• Support subsurface investigation planning and execution
• Oversee data interpretation and development of engineering recommendations
• Participate in project meetings and client interactions
• Support proposal preparation and business development activities
• Maintain organization and efficiency within team operations
• Perform geotechnical analysis and field oversight as needed
• Perform additional technical and leadership duties as assigned

Requirements

• 3 years of related experience
• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Geology, or related field is preferred
• A Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) is preferred
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Strong professional communication skills (verbal and written)
• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Strong understanding of geotechnical principles and standards
• Ability to evaluate engineering data and design recommendations
• Strong organizational and operational management skills
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with electronic devices and MS Office
• Knowledge of company systems, procedures, and workflows
• Ability to coordinate field activities and staffing effectively
• Must be able to occasionally lift a minimum of 85 pounds
• Knowledge of ECS systems and procedures is a plus

Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications": E-5

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). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com. ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.