Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Project Manager

• Geotechnical Engineering Chicago, IL | Hybrid (3 Days On‑Site) About the Company Our client is a leading employee‑owned civil and environmental engineering firm experiencing consistent, sustainable growth
• 12% over the past five years
• and now home to more than 1,700 employee‑owners nationwide.

The company is widely recognized for its transparent leadership, collaborative culture, and commitment to employee development, having promoted 20% of its workforce last year alone. This opening is part of a planned leadership succession , and the firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager within its Geotechnical Engineering group. Position Overview As a Senior Project Manager in the Geotechnical Engineering group, you will lead a diverse range of geotechnical and subsurface investigation projects across sectors including energy generation and transmission, manufacturing, commercial real estate, transportation, recycling, and waste management. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, oversee project execution, and serve as a primary client contact. In addition, you'll collaborate closely with the current Practice Lead to gain strategic, operational, and business‑development exposure, positioning yourself for a future leadership transition. The firm's hybrid model (3 days in office) supports collaboration, mentoring, and team culture. Key Responsibilities Geotechnical & Subsurface Investigation Coordinate and monitor subsurface drilling investigations Review and validate boring logs Develop laboratory testing programs Interpret lab results and perform geotechnical analyses Prepare high‑quality technical reports and recommendations Construction‑Phase Responsibilities Manage and mentor field engineers and technicians Review field reports and test results Confirm compliance with design drawings and project specifications Meet with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders to ensure alignment Project & Client Management Manage both large and small projects locally and nationwide Develop scopes, budgets, schedules, and deliverables Lead project teams across engineering disciplines Build and maintain strong, long‑term client relationships Support proposal development and business‑development initiatives Leadership & Succession Path Partner closely with the current Practice Lead on group operations Participate in workload planning, team growth, and strategic initiatives Prepare to take on increasing responsibility as part of an established succession pathway Qualifications 5-10 years of geotechnical engineering experience Professional Engineer (PE) license required Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in Geotechnical Engineering Strong communication and client‑facing skills Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi‑disciplinary engineering projects Why This Opportunity Stands Out Employee‑Ownership & Financial Benefits 2% profit sharing annually Opportunity to purchase company stock Transparent and engaged senior leadership Culture where every employee has a voice and shared stake in the firm's success Career Growth & Succession Clearly defined advancement pathways 20% of the workforce promoted last year Structured leadership development tailored to the future Practice Lead role Work Environment Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office Chicago office known for a welcoming, family‑like culture Leadership ensures new hires feel integrated and supported Frequent team activities and engagement initiatives Benefits Package Comprehensive health coverage through Cigna , with multiple plan options 14 vacation days + 23 paid holidays Robust retirement plans, including 401(k) match Tuition assistance and professional development programs Work‑life balance and employee‑oriented culture Compensation Competitive salary based on experience and location, with comprehensive benefits, profit sharing, stock ownership options, and bonus opportunities. Get job alerts Share Copied to clipboard Related roles Geotechnical Engineer

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