Geotechnical Services Manager

Job Description Position SummaryWe are seeking a Geotechnical Services Manager to lead and grow our Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing services in Alaska. This role offers the opportunity to shape technical direction, mentor and develop a high-performing team, and deliver complex geotechnical solutions on projects that directly impact communities across the state.As Geotechnical Services Manager, you will have responsibility for technical excellence, staff development, client relationships, and department performance, while remaining hands-on with challenging geotechnical and construction-related work. This is an ideal role for a geotechnical professional who enjoys both leadership and technical engagement in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.Roles and ResponsibilitiesLead the Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing groups, ensuring technical quality, effective staffing, and on-time deliveryDevelop proposals, scopes, and cost estimates aligned with resources, risk, and client needsPlan and manage department workload and key project milestonesProvide technical leadership through project involvement, deliverable review, and client coordinationRecruit, mentor, and develop staff while fostering a strong, collaborative team cultureManage department performance, including utilization, billing, collections, and profitabilityIdentify and manage project risks to support successful outcomesPromote consistent quality standards and continuous improvementHDL's projects span urban, rural, and remote regions throughout Alaska. This role offers exposure to a wide range of geotechnical conditions and project types, with occasional travel to support field work and project teams. It is well-suited for a leader who enjoys hands-on problem solving and the unique challenges of engineering in Alaska.Required QualificationsLicensed Professional Civil Engineer (Alaska PE preferred)Minimum of 10 years of progressive geotechnical engineering experienceBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Master's preferred)Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teamsDesired QualificationsBroad geotechnical engineering experience across foundations, slope stability, groundwater, and earthwork materialsExperience with arctic and subarctic design conditionsProficiency with subsurface exploration methods, field instrumentation, and geotechnical data interpretationExperience with deep foundations, including pile design and pile testingKnowledge of borrow and quarry source investigations and material handlingFamiliarity with soil, concrete, and asphalt testing procedures and construction materials testing methodologiesEssential Job FunctionsLead and oversee geotechnical and geological analyses, including subsurface investigations, data interpretation, and development of design recommendationsManage staff, subconsultants, and supporting studies to ensure coordinated, high-quality technical workServe as a technical specialist and/or project manager, making decisions on significant engineering procedures and design approachesPlan, manage, and participate in field work for geotechnical and geological studies for public agency and private-sector clientsInterface effectively with clients, design teams, agencies, and the publicPrepare, review, and approve technical reports, analyses, and design recommendationsCritically review testing results, work plans, submittals, pay estimates, schedules, and related project documentsTravel throughout Alaska and work onsite with project teams as neededWork EnvironmentThis position involves a combination of office and field work. Field assignments require knowledge of construction safety practices, including traffic control and airfield safety procedures. Work may occur outdoors in inclement weather and may require lifting up to 60 pounds unassisted. The role may also involve standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and reaching.Office work routinely involves use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.About HDLHDL Engineering Consultants, LLC is a full-service, multi-disciplinary firm with a talented team and an unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, teamwork, quality, respect, and positivity. We provide innovative infrastructure solutions while fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and professional growth.We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that make a lasting impact on Alaska's communities. If you're passionate about construction and want to contribute to building Alaska, HDL is the place for you.How to ApplyReady to join the HDL team? Visit www.hdlalaska.com to complete our online application. You may also attach your resume and send it to info@hdlalaska.com.Equal Opportunity EmployerJob Posted by ApplicantPro