Senior Geotechnical Engineer P.E
Senior Geotechnical Engineer (P.E.)
Tampa, Florida | $110,000 - $140,000+ | Leadership Track
Our client is a well-established geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing firm that has been serving Florida's infrastructure market for more than two decades. Following recent investment from a rapidly growing national engineering platform, the organization is entering a new phase of expansion while maintaining the local culture, autonomy, and reputation that has made it successful throughout the state.
As part of this growth, the company is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer (P.E.) to join its Tampa office and play a key role in the delivery of major infrastructure and development projects across Florida.
The Opportunity
This is more than a traditional project management position.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership to help grow the geotechnical practice, mentor junior engineers, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to the strategic direction of the business. The role offers a clear pathway toward higher levels of leadership, including future Principal responsibilities for the right individual.
Responsibilities
- Manage geotechnical engineering projects from proposal through completion
- Lead subsurface investigations, foundation recommendations, and geotechnical evaluations
- Prepare and review geotechnical reports and technical documentation
- Serve as a technical resource for junior engineers and project teams
- Maintain and expand relationships with public and private sector clients
- Support business development initiatives throughout the Tampa market
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on large-scale infrastructure projects
Projects
The office is actively involved in a diverse portfolio of work across Florida, including:
- Transportation infrastructure
- Airport and aviation developments
- Municipal and public-sector projects
- Commercial and industrial developments
- Site development and land development projects
- Construction materials testing and inspection programs
What Makes This Different?
- Established Florida consultancy with a strong local reputation
- Backing from a rapidly expanding national engineering organization
- Strong existing backlog of work
- Opportunity to influence the growth of the department
- Direct exposure to executive leadership
- Clear progression toward Principal-level responsibilities
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with minimal bureaucracy
Requirements
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
- Geotechnical engineering experience with project management responsibilities
- Strong technical writing and client communication skills
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Business development experience is advantageous but not required
- Desire to mentor engineers and contribute to long-term office growth
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $110,000 - $140,000+ (depending on experience)
- Performance bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- 401(k) and retirement offerings
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Long-term leadership and career progression opportunities
This position is ideal for a geotechnical engineer who enjoys technical work but is also looking for a platform to develop professionally, build client relationships, and ultimately become a key leader within a growing organization.
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