Geotechnical Services Director – WA/ID

 Are you an experienced geotechnical leader ready to drive strategy, growth, and technical excellence across multiple offices?

A leading geotechnical, materials testing, and environmental consulting firm is seeking a Geotechnical Services Director to oversee companywide engineering operations, business development, and department leadership. This is a high-impact, executive-level role offering autonomy, influence, and the chance to shape the future of a growing employee-owned (ESOP) firm recognized for its technical rigor and people-first culture.

Why You Should Explore This Role:

• Lead the Vision – Direct the engineering division across multiple offices, setting strategy, technical direction, and performance goals.
• Empower and Grow Teams – Mentor and inspire project managers and technical staff to deliver excellence across service lines.
• Business Development & Strategy – Collaborate with executive leadership to expand markets, client relationships, and regional growth.
• Employee-Ownership Advantage – Join a 100+ person ESOP firm where your leadership directly contributes to shared success.
• Flexibility & Support – Hybrid schedule, autonomy, and a culture that values professionalism, balance, and collaboration.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Provide executive-level oversight of the company’s engineering departments across all offices.
• Supervise and mentor department managers while ensuring technical and financial performance goals are achieved.
• Drive business development and client engagement efforts to expand the firm’s reach in geotechnical and engineering services.
• Coordinate budgeting, staffing, project profitability, and operational efficiency with company leadership.
• Oversee quality assurance programs, technical standards, and professional accreditation compliance.
• Manage Work-in-Progress (WIP), invoicing, and financial metrics to ensure consistent performance and growth.
• Represent the company at industry and networking events, cultivating lasting client and partner relationships.

What’s In It for You:

• Base salary up to $180K, plus performance-based bonuses tied to personal and business results.
• Company vehicle (F-150) for travel and client visits.
• Employee-Owned (ESOP) structure with long-term financial growth potential.
• Full health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.
• Relocation support available for the right candidate.
• Autonomy, executive-level visibility, and a seat at the leadership table.

What We’re Looking For:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in engineering management, operations, or technical leadership.
• Proven ability to lead multi-office teams, manage budgets, and develop business strategies.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical, materials testing, and construction support services.
• Exceptional communication, mentoring, and relationship-building skills.

This is more than a leadership position—it’s an opportunity to influence culture, drive growth, and lead a talented engineering organization into its next chapter of success.