As a Principal Engineer, you will provide technical engineering oversight for the Geotechnical and Construction Materials Testing service lines within the Mid-Atlantic region.  The position will complete projects for existing clients as well as contribute, lead, design, and streamline the daily engineering operations to ensure they align with the business objectives set forth by senior management, while specifically supporting the Geotechnical and Construction Materials Testing departments. 



Job Responsibilities:Provide senior technical oversight and expertise on complex proposals and projectsExamine engineering reports, lot letters and field recommendations produced by field staffProvide recommendations leadership, mentorship and guidance other engineers and project managers throughout the companyGenerate reports, recommendations and other documentation needed by clients, including engineering and designConduct site meetings, site estimates, and project recommendations for prospective and current clientsCreate, prepare and update project proposals and technical reports in a timely mannerWork with company’s senior management to improve consistency and efficiency in reporting procedures Provide guidance to project managers regarding engineering problems or client interactionsDevelop and manage projects with new and existing clients, ensuring profitabilityParticipate in business development, networking and marketing Travel to various job sites in a company provided vehicleReview, update and approve invoices weekly for on-going projectsMaintain excellent communication both verbally and electronically with senior management, project managers and colleaguesDemonstrated commitment to safety, quality and integrityFollow all company safety procedures and policiesOther tasks as assignedQualifications & Skills:Required:Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited universityProfessional Engineering license (PE) in NC & SC with the ability to obtain additional state licenses as needed15-25 years of Geotechnical and/or CMT full-time work experiencePreferred:Knowledge or certification in radiation safetyActive certifications in ACI Concrete, ICC Special Inspections, OSHA 10-hour, NCDOT/SCDOT Roadway, Earthworks, Concrete Active Asbestos license in NC/SCActive Well Driller’s licenseActive Erosion Control Inspector classes/certification
Skills: Knowledge of geotechnical and construction materials testing methods, ASTM standards, and soil classificationsAbility to calculate results from geotechnical/construction materials testing dataAbility to read and interpret construction documentsAbility to accurately complete field-testing paperwork and detailed figuresAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusionsAbility to write technical reports, proposals, business correspondences and/or procedure manuals as neededAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, detailed reports, short correspondence and memosAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general publicKnowledge of Microsoft Suite, Boring Log software, AutoCAD and other engineering design software, deep foundation software, slope stability software, laboratory software and settlement software Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to use technology/computerStrong leadership skills and an eye for detailKnowledge of Microsoft Word and ExcelWorking Conditions & Physical Requirements:Days and hours for this position are typically Monday-Friday Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environmentsField work on outside construction sites involving long-term standing, sitting and potentially repetitive motionsTypically, this position involves 80% office work, 20% field work, depending on the week/workAbility to use your senses to see (including close, distant and peripheral vision, depth vision and ability to focus), smell, hear and touch (use your hands to reach, climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit)Ability to lift/move up to 50lbs.You may be required to drive hundreds of miles per day within the Mid-Atlantic regionSome weekend, overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required