Senior Level Geotechnical Engineer Jobs

Senior level geotechnical engineer jobs put experienced engineers in charge of project direction, technical standards, and the teams and outcomes that deliver them. Openings concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, with ECS Limited, Terracon Consultants, and Kleinfelder hiring at this level now across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings.

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Top stateTexas
Top employerECS Limited
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type81% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Kleinfelder
Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Project Manager
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Kleinfelder
New 1m ago
Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Project Manager
Kleinfelder
Cary, North Carolina
Business Analysis
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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GEI Consultants
Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Project Manager
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GEI Consultants
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Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Project Manager
GEI Consultants
Huntington Station, New York
Business Operations
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$140k - $180k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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GEI Consultants
Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Project Manager
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GEI Consultants
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Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Project Manager
GEI Consultants
New York, New York
Business Operations
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$140k - $180k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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GEI Consultants
Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Project Manager
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GEI Consultants
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Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Project Manager
GEI Consultants
Bloomfield, New Jersey
Business Analysis
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$140k - $180k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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ECS Limited
Geotechnical Principal
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ECS Limited
New 1m ago
Geotechnical Principal
ECS Limited
Charlottesville, Virginia
Environmental Science
Geological & Mining Engineering
Research & Academia
Specialized Engineering
Master's degree in civil engineering
1,001-5,000

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Senior Level Geotechnical Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • ECS Limited
    ECS Limited28
  • Terracon Consultants
    Terracon Consultants24
  • Kleinfelder
    Kleinfelder13
  • WSP in the U.S.
    WSP in the U.S.13
  • Langan Engineering and Environmental Services
    Langan Engineering and Environmental Services12

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services225
  • Construction & Real Estate42
  • Energy16
  • Technology & Software8
  • Healthcare & Medical Services4

Senior Level Geotechnical Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level geotechnical engineer job?

Employers at this level look for engineers who have owned projects end to end, not just contributed to them. Demonstrating that you've led site investigations, authored geotechnical reports, and mentored junior staff is what separates senior candidates from mid-level ones. Professional licensure as a PE strengthens your candidacy significantly, and experience with complex ground conditions or specialty foundation systems gives you a clear edge.

Which companies hire senior level geotechnical engineers?

Companies hiring senior level geotechnical engineers right now include ECS Limited, Terracon Consultants, and Kleinfelder, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from large engineering and environmental consulting firms, infrastructure owners, and public agencies managing long-term capital programs.

Are there remote senior level geotechnical engineer jobs?

Yes, though most senior geotechnical roles still require some field or site presence. About 19% of senior level geotechnical engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common for roles centered on report writing, project management, and client advisory work rather than active site investigation.

What makes a geotechnical engineer role senior level?

Senior level geotechnical engineer roles are defined by ownership and scope. You are responsible for the technical approach, not just executing someone else's plan. That means leading site characterization programs, making independent engineering judgments, signing and sealing deliverables, guiding junior and mid-level staff, and serving as the primary technical contact for clients or project owners.

Which industries hire the most senior level geotechnical engineers?

Senior Level geotechnical engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive demand because they manage large-scale infrastructure, environmental remediation, and civil construction programs that require experienced engineers with the authority to make consequential ground-related decisions.