Geotechnical Principal

ECS Ltd•Ridgeland, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Geotechnical Principal will provide technical expertise and support to Geotechnical staff within a branch and region. This role involves hosting or attending project meetings with clients and ECS staff to offer technical solutions. Responsibilities may include mentoring Associate Principals and participating in the review committee for candidates seeking Associate Principal designation (Geotechnical). The position requires overseeing projects, performing technical report reviews, preparing and reviewing proposals, assisting with department management and P&L, business development, and assisting hiring managers with staffing decisions. Additionally, the role involves leading and coaching junior staff members. Due to interdepartmental collaboration, duties may extend to performing similar tasks in CMT.

Requirements

Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required.
12 years of related experience.
Designation as a senior reviewer at your current or previous firm required.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) license is required in each of the state(s) in which you work.
A valid driver’s license is required if driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary.

Responsibilities

Provide technical expertise and support to Geotechnical staff within a branch and region.
Host or attend project meetings with clients and/or ECS staff to provide technical solutions.
Mentor Associate Principals.
Participate in the review committee for candidates seeking Associate Principal designation (Geotechnical).
Oversee projects at the office and regional levels.
Perform technical report reviews.
Prepare and review proposals.
Assist with management of the department and P&L.
Engage in business development and assist other staff in marketing services by maintaining and developing client interactions.
Assist hiring managers with staffing decisions.
Lead and coach junior staff members.
Perform tasks in CMT due to low barriers between departments.