Geotechnical and Construction Materials Project Manager

WSP•Augusta, GA

11h

About The Position

WSP is seeking a skilled and motivated Geotechnical & Construction Materials Project Manager to join its Earth & Environment practice in Augusta, Georgia. The role manages geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, special inspections, and construction quality assurance projects from proposal development through execution and closeout. The position calls for technical expertise, project management experience, and the ability to build and maintain client relationships while delivering high-quality solutions. The Project Manager develops scopes, schedules, budgets, work plans, and resource forecasts; coordinates with clients, contractors, regulators, consultants, and internal stakeholders; and prepares and reviews investigation plans, testing programs, analyses, reports, proposals, and presentations. The role oversees field investigations, site assessments, construction monitoring, materials testing, and laboratory operations, ensuring quality and compliance with applicable requirements. It also monitors project performance, budgets, schedules, risks, and profitability; supports business development; and provides practical, technically sound recommendations based on testing data and engineering results. Occasional travel to project sites and client locations is required, and schedules may extend beyond a typical workweek when project demands require. WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, an engineering and professional services firm serving the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. WSP USA has more than 15,000 employees in over 300 U.S. offices. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs, and offers medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings benefits. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
7–10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, special inspections, or related consulting services.
Demonstrated project management experience, including responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and client satisfaction.
Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, site characterization, geotechnical investigations, laboratory testing, field testing, and construction materials testing.
Experience with infrastructure, transportation, energy, industrial, or commercial development projects.
Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
Experience preparing proposals and supporting business development activities.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and geotechnical analysis software.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Commitment to workplace safety and quality assurance/quality control practices.
Ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced consulting environment.
Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond a typical workweek when project demands require.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Knowledge of AMRL and CCRL laboratory accreditation programs.
Familiarity with Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA-1) programs.
Experience with geotechnical laboratory operations and testing programs.
Established relationships within the Georgia and South Carolina engineering and construction markets.

Responsibilities

Manage geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, special inspections, and construction quality assurance projects from inception through completion.
Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, work plans, and resource forecasts.
Coordinate with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, consultants, and internal stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables.
Prepare and review geotechnical investigation plans, laboratory testing programs, engineering analyses, and technical reports.
Oversee field investigations, site assessments, construction monitoring, materials testing, and laboratory operations.
Ensure technical quality and compliance with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and client requirements.
Prepare proposals, technical reports, presentations, and supporting documentation for clients and regulatory agencies.
Monitor project performance, budgets, schedules, risks, and profitability, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
Support business development through client engagement, proposal preparation, and strategic growth initiatives.
Serve as a primary client contact and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
Analyze testing data and engineering results to develop practical, cost-effective, technically sound recommendations.
Exercise sound professional judgment and follow company quality, safety, and ethical standards.
Travel occasionally to project sites and client locations as required.