Job Description

Job Title
Geotechnical Engineering Project Manager

Salary
$90,000 - $120,000 (base) + performance incentives / bonus potential

Job Description
We are seeking a seasoned and dynamic Geotechnical Project Manager to partner with a well-established engineering/consulting firm in the Bay Area. 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.

The firm maintains a strong regional presence, this role is based in Sunnyvale, CA and supports projects across the entire Nor-Cal area. There is strong potential for the right individual to step into the C-Suite over time, with a clear succession path to executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• 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, sub-consultants (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

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance bonus / incentive opportunities

• Medical, dental, vision insurance

• 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)

Why Join

• 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

• You will have direct influence over project selection, strategy, and execution

• This role offers a unique opportunity for career trajectory: a well-defined path toward senior executive leadership for high performers

• You'll be exposed to diverse and technically challenging geotechnical projects across infrastructure, development, energy, and transportation sectors

• You'll lead and shape a high-caliber geotechnical team and help set the technical direction and culture

• The firm supports work-life balance, invests in your growth, and fosters collaboration across disciplines
  

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