Senior Geotechnical Engineer Manager

WSP•Merrimack, NH

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer Manager to lead complex infrastructure and development projects across New England. The role is based in the Merrimack, New Hampshire office, with alternative office locations in Eliot or Portland, Maine; Chelmsford, Worcester, or Boston, Massachusetts; North Providence, Rhode Island; and Shelton or Glastonbury, Connecticut. The position oversees geotechnical investigations, analyses, and design supporting transportation, infrastructure, energy, building, and private development projects. It combines technical leadership with project management, client development, and team leadership. The manager serves as a technical advisor, mentors engineers, and contributes to the growth of WSP’s geotechnical practice. 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 across over 300 U.S. offices. WSP offers a flexible and agile workplace model and a comprehensive benefits package. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline with a geotechnical focus.
10 or more years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in a New England state or ability to obtain one through reciprocity.
Experience leading geotechnical engineering design and construction projects.
Strong project management, technical writing, and client-facing skills.
Proficiency with geotechnical engineering software and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and work effectively in both office and field environments.
Willingness to travel as needed to support project and client requirements.
Ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Ability to be comfortable in remote settings and willingness to perform a variety of tasks as needed to complete assignments.
Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering.
Experience with rock mechanics, rock slope stabilization, and related design applications.
Demonstrated success managing multidisciplinary projects and technical teams.
Established client relationships and business development experience within the New England market.
Active participation in professional engineering organizations.

Responsibilities

Lead geotechnical engineering projects from proposal and planning through design, construction, and project closeout.
Provide technical oversight for geotechnical investigations, subsurface exploration programs, foundation design, slope stability evaluations, retaining structures, and earthwork projects.
Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, quality, and client deliverables.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
Review and prepare engineering reports, specifications, calculations, and construction documents.
Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff.
Support business development activities, client relationship management, and proposal pursuits.
Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and safety policies.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.