Geotechnical Team Leader ECS Southeast, LLP United States, North Carolina, Charlotte 4740 Old Pineville Road (Show on map) Aug 08, 2026 Responsibilities The Team Leader is responsible for leading and managing a team of technicians and staff professionals to ensure the successful execution of geotechnical services. This role oversees daily operations, including scheduling, staffing, training, and quality control, while supporting project delivery and financial performance. The Team Leader serves as the primary leader for field staff, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, and efficiently while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values. Responsibilities Lead and supervise a team of geotechnical technicians and support staff
Manage day-to-day operations of the geotechnical team
Coordinate project assignments, staffing, and workload distribution
Ensure projects are staffed appropriately and delivered on schedule
Review and oversee geotechnical reports, analyses, and recommendations
Provide technical guidance and support to team members
Communicate with project managers, clients, and contractors
Support subsurface investigation planning and execution
Oversee data interpretation and development of engineering recommendations
Participate in project meetings and client interactions
Support proposal preparation and business development activities
Maintain organization and efficiency within team operations
Perform geotechnical analysis and field oversight as needed
Perform additional technical and leadership duties as assigned #LI-RA1 Qualifications Required Qualifications 3 years of related experience
High school diploma or GED required
Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Geology, or related field is preferred
A Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) is preferred
If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
Strong professional communication skills (verbal and written)
Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
Strong understanding of geotechnical principles and standards
Ability to evaluate engineering data and design recommendations
Strong organizational and operational management skills
Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities
Proficiency with electronic devices and MS Office
Knowledge of company systems, procedures, and workflows
Ability to coordinate field activities and staffing effectively
Must be able to occasionally lift a minimum of 85 pounds
Knowledge of ECS systems and procedures is a plus Military Qualifications The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
E-5 About Us 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 s-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering s-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, clickhere.