Senior Level Geotechnical Project Manager Jobs
Senior level geotechnical project manager jobs place experienced engineers in charge of project direction, technical outcomes, and the field and office teams that deliver them. Openings concentrate across Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, with 9% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, Haley & Aldrich, and Quanta Services hiring at this level now.
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Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Job Summary
Langan is seeking a Project Geotechnical Engineer to join its collaborative team in Southern California. This individual will serve a key function in providing geotechnical engineering expertise through geotechnical analysis and design, and efforts that support management of projects, supervision of staff engineers, and interfacing with clients. In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner cross-functionally on both small-scale and large-scale geotechnical projects.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform complex analyses, structural design of pile elements and underpinning systems, and special engineering inspections;
- Prepare technical documents and manages the preparation of the proposals, reports, construction documents, and construction-related correspondence associated with the projects managed;
- Supervise field investigations, and conventional earthwork and foundation construction activities;
- Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines. Plans, schedules, develops task, and project budgets. Prepare progress reports, draft change orders, draft invoices, and project billings; and
- Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering; Master's degree with Geotechnical emphasis;
- Professional Engineer licensure;
- 6+ years of related Geotechnical experience;
- 3+ years of field experience with geotechnical investigations and construction observation experience including mass grading, deep foundations, subgrade for footings, ground improvement, and excavation support including tieback installation and testing;
- Proven experience in preparing technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and geotechnical recommendations; writing proposals; running/coordinating projects; managing clients; managing billings; and reviewing the work of staff and mentoring staff;
- Strong understanding of codes and other regulatory requirements;
- Knowledge of quantitative/technical analyses and related software;
- Possess an entrepreneurial and professional demeanor, as well as strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills;
- Desire and ability to seek out new business opportunities and develop additional clients while maintaining project workload;
- Ability to coach and assist with the management of staff;
- Demonstrated ability to work with staff, clients, and regulatory agencies;
- A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and social skills; and
- Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver's license in good standing.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection to understand how we collect, use, and retain your personal information: https://www.langan.com/langan-notice-at-collection
Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Job Summary
Langan is seeking a Project Geotechnical Engineer to join its collaborative team in Southern California. This individual will serve a key function in providing geotechnical engineering expertise through geotechnical analysis and design, and efforts that support management of projects, supervision of staff engineers, and interfacing with clients. In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner cross-functionally on both small-scale and large-scale geotechnical projects.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform complex analyses, structural design of pile elements and underpinning systems, and special engineering inspections;
- Prepare technical documents and manages the preparation of the proposals, reports, construction documents, and construction-related correspondence associated with the projects managed;
- Supervise field investigations, and conventional earthwork and foundation construction activities;
- Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines. Plans, schedules, develops task, and project budgets. Prepare progress reports, draft change orders, draft invoices, and project billings; and
- Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering; Master's degree with Geotechnical emphasis;
- Professional Engineer licensure;
- 6+ years of related Geotechnical experience;
- 3+ years of field experience with geotechnical investigations and construction observation experience including mass grading, deep foundations, subgrade for footings, ground improvement, and excavation support including tieback installation and testing;
- Proven experience in preparing technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and geotechnical recommendations; writing proposals; running/coordinating projects; managing clients; managing billings; and reviewing the work of staff and mentoring staff;
- Strong understanding of codes and other regulatory requirements;
- Knowledge of quantitative/technical analyses and related software;
- Possess an entrepreneurial and professional demeanor, as well as strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills;
- Desire and ability to seek out new business opportunities and develop additional clients while maintaining project workload;
- Ability to coach and assist with the management of staff;
- Demonstrated ability to work with staff, clients, and regulatory agencies;
- A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and social skills; and
- Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver's license in good standing.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection to understand how we collect, use, and retain your personal information: https://www.langan.com/langan-notice-at-collection
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Senior Level Geotechnical Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level geotechnical project manager job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who can own a project from subsurface investigation through final deliverable, not just execute tasks assigned by others. A strong portfolio of completed geotechnical projects, demonstrated experience managing subcontractors and client relationships, and the ability to mentor junior staff all sharpen a candidate's edge. Professional licensure as a PE is frequently expected and sometimes required.
Which companies hire senior level geotechnical project managers?
Companies hiring senior level geotechnical project managers right now include Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, Haley & Aldrich, and Quanta Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from geotechnical and civil engineering consulting firms, large infrastructure contractors, and public agencies managing long-term capital programs.
Are there remote senior level geotechnical project manager jobs?
Yes, though most roles include some site or client presence given the field-intensive nature of geotechnical work. About 9% of senior level geotechnical project manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at firms where project oversight and client coordination can be handled off-site between site visits.
What makes a geotechnical project manager role senior level?
Senior level roles carry full technical and commercial ownership: you set the scope, sign off on geotechnical reports, manage project budgets and schedules, and serve as the primary client contact. You are also expected to guide and develop less experienced engineers and project staff. The distinction from mid level is accountability for outcomes, not just execution of defined tasks.
Which industries hire the most senior level geotechnical project managers?
Senior Level geotechnical project manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they involve complex subsurface conditions, regulatory scrutiny, and long project cycles that require seasoned technical leadership rather than generalist project management.