Senior Project Manager - Geotechnical Engineer (Min 10 years exp)

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Geotechnical Engineer to support a wide range of infrastructure, environmental, and site development projects throughout the New York City region. This role is ideal for an engineer with strong technical expertise in soil and rock mechanics, subsurface investigations, foundation engineering, and geotechnical analysis for urban environments. Candidates should have experience working within NYC's unique regulatory, geologic, and construction landscape.

Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 per year
Location: In person
Education: Bachelor's (Required)
Experience Required: 10 years (Geotechnical engineering)

Job Type:

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and interpret geotechnical field investigations including drilling, test pits, in-situ testing, groundwater monitoring, and sampling.
• Perform geotechnical engineering analyses, including but not limited to:
  • Slope stability
  • Earth retaining structure design (SOE, secant piles, slurry walls, soldier piles, etc.)
  • Deep and shallow foundation design
  • Ground improvement
  • Soil-structure interaction
  • Bearing capacity and settlement
• Prepare and review geotechnical engineering reports, calculations, and technical memoranda.
• Support design teams on civil, structural, and environmental engineering projects requiring geotechnical input.
• Develop recommendations for foundations, excavation support, dewatering, and earthwork for projects within constrained NYC sites.
• Coordinate with drilling contractors, laboratories, project managers, and regulatory agencies.
• Conduct construction oversight, including foundation installation observation, compaction testing, SOE monitoring, and conformance inspections.
• Ensure all work complies with NYC Department of Building codes, local regulations, and relevant ASTM/industry standards.
• Participate in project planning, budgeting, and proposal writing.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 10 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; PE license in NY is preferred or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
• Proficiency with industry-standard geotechnical software (e.g., GeoStudio, PLAXIS, Settle3, LPILE).
• Strong understanding of NYC geology (glacial soils, fill, Manhattan schist, etc.) and common urban subsurface conditions.
• Experience preparing geotechnical reports and engineering recommendations for construction and design teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to perform fieldwork in urban environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NYC infrastructure, such as MTA, DDC, DEP, Port Authority, or private development projects.
• Familiarity with special inspections, instrumentation & monitoring, and vibration control plans.
• Experience with ground improvement techniques, underpinning, and complex foundation systems.
• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related discipline.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance