Senior Geotechnical Project Manager

ECS is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Project Manager/Engineer to join our Tampa, FL team. This role offers the opportunity to lead geotechnical projects across the Northern Florida panhandle, working alongside experienced engineers and employee-owners on projects ranging from commercial and residential developments to highways and other large-scale infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical engineering projects from proposal through completion, including scope, schedule, budget, and client communication.
• Plan, conduct, and oversee subsurface investigations, including soil borings, test pits, CPTs, and geophysical surveys.
• Perform and review geotechnical analyses for slope stability, settlement, shallow and deep foundations, retaining systems, and other project-specific conditions.
• Develop geotechnical design recommendations, engineering reports, proposals, cost estimates, and technical deliverables.
• Conduct and oversee field and in-situ testing and coordinate laboratory testing programs.
• Coordinate with CMT field and laboratory teams and incorporate testing results into geotechnical evaluations and reports.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, architects, structural engineers, and internal project teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review technical work and provide guidance to junior engineers and field staff.
• Identify project risks, resolve technical issues, and maintain alignment with project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Participate in proposal development, client relationship management, and business development activities.
• Support forensic investigations and provide engineering recommendations when required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of geotechnical engineering experience in a consulting environment.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida or the ability to obtain licensure within 6 months.
• Experience with subsurface investigations, laboratory testing programs, and geotechnical engineering analysis.
• Working knowledge of foundation systems, retaining structures, earthwork, and geotechnical design principles.
• Experience preparing and reviewing geotechnical reports, proposals, and technical deliverables.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.

Skills

• Experience with geotechnical software such as GeoStudio, gINT, LPile, Slope/W, Slide, Settle3D, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with CAD or MicroStation and the ability to collaborate with design teams.
• Experience with ground improvement, forensic engineering, and complex foundation systems.
• Experience managing DOT, commercial, residential, municipal, retail, or other large-scale projects.
• Experience with proposal development, client development, and business development.
• Active involvement with organizations such as ASCE, DFI, or the Geo-Institute.

Benefits

• Employee-owned and operated
• Defined career path with clear opportunities for advancement
• Annual bonus
• Competitive benefits package

Military ranks E-7 qualify for this position if they also meet the education and license requirements listed above.