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WSP

Geotechnical Laboratory Supervisor

Louisville, KY · On-site

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Geotechnical Laboratory Supervisor to support our Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Geotechnical practice in our Louisville, KY ...

WSP

Geotechnical Laboratory Supervisor

Louisville, KY · On-site

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Geotechnical Laboratory Supervisor to support our Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Geotechnical practice in our Louisville, KY ...

GeoWorld

NY · On-site

$80K - $99K/yr

Candidate will serve as a Supervising Geotechnical Engineer. Major focus areas for the role include: * Manage, execute, and provide technical support, in a team setting and on a variety of ...

Excelsior Mining, Inc.

Geotechnical Engineer

Dragoon, AZ · On-site

Ability to communicate technical issues effectively with engineers, supervisors, operators ... Geotechnical drilling or instrumentation-installation experience. * Engineer-in-Training ( EIT ...

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GeoWorld

Civil - Geotechnical

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$86K - $107K/yr

Candidate will serve as Senior/Supervising Geotechnical Engineer. Major focus areas for the role include: * Lead, manage, and provide technical support within a collaborative, team of geotechnical ...

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Geotechnical Engineer

Conroe, TX · On-site

Coordination and carrying out geotechnical investigations and supervising implementation of geotechnical designs and other construction monitoring services; * Conduct engineering assessments for ...

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Coordination and carrying out geotechnical investigations and supervising implementation of geotechnical designs and other construction monitoring services; * Conduct engineering assessments for ...

Vertex Resource Group

Geotechnical Engineer

Conroe, TX · On-site

Coordination and carrying out geotechnical investigations and supervising implementation of geotechnical designs and other construction monitoring services; * Conduct engineering assessments for ...

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How much do geotechnical supervisor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for geotechnical supervisor in the United States is $107,595.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $130,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Geotechnical Supervisor vs Geotechnical Engineer?

AspectGeotechnical SupervisorGeotechnical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in geotechnical engineering or related field; often requires field experienceBachelor's or master's degree in geotechnical engineering; professional engineering license may be preferred
Work EnvironmentField inspections, site supervision, project managementDesign, analysis, report writing, project planning
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction firms, geotechnical consulting companies, civil engineering firmsEngineering consulting firms, construction companies, government agencies

The main difference is that a Geotechnical Supervisor oversees field operations and site supervision, ensuring safety and project progress, while a Geotechnical Engineer focuses on analysis, design, and technical reporting. Both roles require relevant credentials and often work together on geotechnical projects.

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Infographic showing various Geotechnical Supervisor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $107,595 per year, or $51.7 per hour.

Geotechnical Section Supervisor

Dayton, OH • On-site

Bowser-Morner Inc
Civil Engineering Construction • 51 - 200 employees
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$54K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Position Overview

The Geotechnical Section Supervisor is principally responsible for assigning, scheduling, and completion of work, writing laboratory reports, review of data generated by the geotechnical lab, direct supervision and training of technicians assigned to the geotechnical lab, and performing hands on testing.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Performs daily testing in the geotechnical lab,

• Project management with an emphasis on soil related projects including USACE, FAA, DOT, etc.

• Familiarity with ASTM, AASHTO, and DOT test methodology related to soil,

• Direct supervision of geotechnical laboratory personnel,

• Training and review of technicians in the geotechnical laboratory,

• Assign and oversee work scheduling and completion,

• Project initiation and coordination with customers,

• Review of data generated by geotechnical laboratory,

• Writing laboratory reports,

• Responsible for equipment calibration within assigned intervals for geotechnical laboratory

• Familiarity of the company’s QA-020 quality management system (QMS) requirements and documentation and implement the QMS policies and procedures

• Other duties as directed by the Laboratory Manager


Education and Experience

• Technical or Bachelor’s Degree in science or engineering or equivalent experience

• Minimum of 3 year's experience performing tests on soil & rock

• Engineering or scientific experience related to geotechnical testing is preferred

• Experience in supervising technicians, and knowledge of technical matters including testing methods and test

equipment, computer skills and technical writing skills.


Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to modify personal schedule as required to meeting deadlines

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Leadership skills


Reporting Relationships

• Laboratory Manager

• Laboratory Technical Director

• Subordinates in geotechnical testing laboratory

• Internal and External clients


Physical Requirements

Physical Ability

• Stand, walk, push, pull, twist, reach overhead, bending, crawling, climbing; lift minimum of 80 pounds

Visual Ability

• Visual accommodation necessary for reading instructions/materials necessary to perform functions of job

Hearing Ability

• Ability to monitor sounds for changes in machine function

Work Conditions

• Work exposes the employee to laboratory testing devices, dust, soil and other external environment factors