Geotechnical Project Manager

Geotechnical Project Manager - New Jersey

Base Pay Range
: $/yr - $/yr

Geotechnical Project Manager

We are seeking a seasoned and dynamic Geotechnical Project Manager to partner with a well-established engineering/consulting firm in New Jersey. Reporting to senior leadership, this role entails full ownership of geotechnical projects from proposal through execution and close-out. The ideal candidate combines strong technical geotechnical engineering expertise with proven project management, commercial acumen, client relationship skills, and leadership capabilities.

• Lead and manage multiple geotechnical projects (site investigations, foundation design, earth retention, slope stability, ground improvement, etc.) through all phases: planning, design, bidding, execution, and close-out.
• Develop scope, budgets, schedules, and risk plans; track and manage project finances, forecasts, and change orders.
• Serve as principal client interface: build and maintain relationships, manage expectations, and deliver exceptional service.
• Oversee the technical work: review subsurface investigation plans, data interpretation, geotechnical analyses, design calculations, technical reports, specifications, and drawings.
• Coordinate field operations: mobilization, drilling, sampling, testing, logging, ground monitoring, field instrumentation, and site supervision.
• Manage subcontractors, subconsultants (e.g., labs, drilling firms), and vendors.
• Ensure quality assurance / quality control (QA/QC) on deliverables; check technical work of junior staff.
• Monitor project schedules; identify and mitigate technical, contractual, safety, or logistical risks.
• Contribute to business development: lead proposal efforts, scope development, client presentations, and pursuit strategy.
• Mentor, grow, and lead a project team of geotechnical engineers, technicians, and support staff.
• Interface with other disciplines (civil, structural, environmental) and coordinate integrated project delivery.
• Provide periodic status reporting to senior leadership, including progress, financials, risk status, resource needs.
• Participate in strategic planning, contribute to operational improvements, processes, and potentially assume executive responsibilities over time.

• Competitive compensation with performance bonus/incentive opportunities.
• Retirement plan (e.g., 401(k) with company match).
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays).
• Flexible/hybrid work options (depending on project requirements).
• Professional development support (licensure, conference attendance, continuing education).
• Company-paid professional memberships and certifications.
• Travel/field work reimbursement.
• Career advancement and leadership development programs.
• Succession path to executive leadership (e.g., VP, CTO, or other C-Suite role).

You will join a technically respected, growing engineering firm with a solid client base and reputation in the region. The firm values innovation, quality, and integrity, and gives autonomy to proven performers. This role offers a unique opportunity for a well-defined career trajectory toward senior executive leadership.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time