Geotechnical Senior Project Manager / Department Manager

Key Responsibilities: Lead the execution and delivery of geotechnical engineering projects from proposal through completion. Manage project budgets, schedules, staffing, and client expectations. Oversee subsurface investigations, geotechnical analyses, foundation recommendations, earthwork evaluations, and report preparation. Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and develop long-term relationships with key stakeholders. Support business development initiatives through networking, client meetings, proposal preparation, and identifying new opportunities. Mentor and develop junior engineers, project managers, and technical staff. Provide technical review and quality assurance for geotechnical reports and engineering recommendations. Assist with departmental planning, operational improvements, and strategic growth initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to expand market presence and increase revenue within the Houston region.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline. Professional Engineer (PE) license required. Experience managing geotechnical engineering projects and client relationships. Strong understanding of geotechnical investigations, foundation systems, retaining structures, earthwork, and site development projects. Demonstrated leadership capabilities with experience mentoring technical staff. Strong communication and business development skills. Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining a high level of technical quality and client satisfaction. What Makes This Opportunity Different? This is more than a traditional project management position. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence the direction of a growing geotechnical practice while working alongside an experienced leadership team that values entrepreneurial thinking and professional development.

Highlights Include: Leadership role with significant influence over department growth and operations. Strong backlog of work supported by long-standing client relationships and repeat business. Diverse project portfolio across commercial, industrial, energy, transportation, land development, infrastructure, and public-sector markets. Established multidisciplinary platform with internal resources and technical support. Opportunity to develop and grow a team while building your own client base. Clear career progression and long-term leadership potential. Collaborative culture with direct access to senior decision-makers. Stable organization with a strong reputation and continued investment in the Texas market. Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and company holidays PE licensing and professional membership reimbursement