Geotechnical Staff Project Manager

What You'll Do:

• Primarily involved with tasks supporting the preparation of geotechnical reports, including analysis and recommendations formulated in collaboration with senior staff
• Manage construction materials testing (CMT) projects with daily report review, assist with resolution of issues, and training of field staff on your projects
• Manage project budgets on both geotechnical and CMT projects and prepare invoices
• Other duties may include assisting with or performing the following with supervision:
  • Perform boring and test pit layouts and evaluate site access
  • Prepare drilling packages and obtain utility clearances
  • Perform research on local geologic history
  • Supervise field work performed by drilling/test pit crews and assist with rig access issues
  • Perform in-situ testing
  • May perform specialized geotechnical field testing
  • Classify soil and assign laboratory testing
  • Assist with preparation of proposals for both geotechnical and CMT projects for training and developmental purposes

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required
• No experience required
• A professional license is not required in this position but is necessary to progress in your career.
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required.

The expected pay range for this role and location is $70,000 - $80,000/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

Military Qualifications:

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
• • E-5

Who We Are:

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

 

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.