What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geotechnical Staff Project Manager position at ECS Group of Companies?
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
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.
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
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.
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