Senior Project Manager – Geotechnical Engineering

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services

Senior Geotechnical Project Manager overseeing geotechnical engineering projects at Langan. Managing clients, providing staff training, and preparing technical documentation in a collaborative environment.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeSyracuse • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $112,500 - $171,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Preparation of technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and geotechnical recommendations
Preparation of proposals, coordinating projects, managing clients and managing billings
Provide mentorship, coaching, and review of work for staff
Expand services to existing clients, and the potential to develop new clients while maintaining strong billability
Support of excavation designs and Plaxis 3D analysis
Log borings and perform observation during construction projects
Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines
Monitor budgets, schedules, and project timelines
Perform other duties as requested.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
Professional Engineer licensure
10+ years related geotechnical experience
Prior experience with geotechnical investigations and construction inspections
Office experience with investigation and field work coordination, geotechnical reports, and specification writing
Prior field experience in: earthwork, driven and drilled pile construction, load testing, footings subgrade and backfill inspection, ground improvements, retaining wall design and construction, and excavation support system design and inspection
Desired software knowledge: gINT, Slide/SLOPE/W, PLAXIS, LPILE, GRLWEAP, MSEW, SHAKE
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities
Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment
Some field work is required
Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Benefits

Comp & perks

full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
life insurance
short- and long-term disability insurance
paid pregnancy disability leave
401(k)/Roth with company match
paid time off including parental and military leave
employee referral and professional license bonuses
educational reimbursement
flexible work schedules
extensive training
wellness programs
buddy and mentoring programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

geotechnical engineeringconstruction planstechnical reportsspecification writingearthworkpile constructionload testingexcavation support system designground improvementsretaining wall design

Soft Skills

mentorshipcoachingproject managementclient managementattention to detailanalytical skillsmultitaskingjudgmentindependent workteam collaboration

Certifications

Master's degree in Geotechnical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer licensure