LVI Associates
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LVI Associates, San Jose, CA, US
Geotechnical Engineering Project Manager Salary
$90,000 - $120,000 (base) + performance incentives / bonus potential
We are seeking a seasoned and dynamic Geotechnical Project Manager to partner with a well-established engineering/consulting firm in the Bay Area. Reporting to senior leadership, this role entails full ownership of geotechnical projects from proposal through execution and close-out. The ideal candidate combines strong technical geotechnical engineering expertise with proven project management, commercial acumen, client relationship skills, and leadership capabilities.
The firm maintains a strong regional presence, this role is based in Sunnyvale, CA and supports projects across the entire Nor-Cal area. Lead and manage multiple geotechnical projects (site investigations, foundation design, earth retention, slope stability, ground improvement, etc.) through all phases: planning, design, bidding, execution, and close-out
Develop scope, budgets, schedules, and risk plans; track and manage project finances, forecasts, and change orders
Serve as principal client interface: build and maintain relationships, manage expectations, and deliver exceptional service
Oversee the technical work: review subsurface investigation plans, data interpretation, geotechnical analyses, design calculations, technical reports, specifications, and drawings
Coordinate field operations: mobilization, drilling, sampling, testing, logging, ground monitoring, field instrumentation, and site supervision
Manage subcontractors, sub-consultants (e.g. labs, drilling firms), and vendors
Ensure quality assurance / quality control (QA/QC) on deliverables; Monitor project schedules; identify and mitigate technical, contractual, safety, or logistical risks
Mentor, grow, and lead a project team of geotechnical engineers, technicians, and support staff
Interface with other disciplines (civil, structural, environmental) and coordinate integrated project delivery
Provide periodic status reporting to senior leadership, including progress, financials, risk status, resource needs
Participate in strategic planning, contribute to operational improvements, processes, and potentially assume executive responsibilities over time
Competitive compensation with performance bonus / incentive opportunities
Medical, dental, vision insurance
Retirement plan (e.g. Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
Flexible / hybrid work options (depending on project requirements)
Travel / field work reimbursement
You will join a technically respected, growing engineering firm with a solid client base and reputation in the region
The firm values innovation, quality, and integrity, and gives autonomy to proven performers
You will have direct influence over project selection, strategy, and execution
You'll be exposed to diverse and technically challenging geotechnical projects across infrastructure, development, energy, and transportation sectors
You'll lead and shape a high-caliber geotechnical team and help set the technical direction and culture