Principal Engineer, Civil

Apex Companies • Boise, ID

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About The Position

Apex Companies is seeking a Principal Engineer to provide technical leadership, client partnership, team development, and business strategy for Forsgren Associates, a newly acquired Apex Company. The role will help expand the Boise team’s impact across Boise and the western U.S., solving infrastructure challenges while supporting the local leadership, relationships, and reputation of the firm. The Principal Engineer will lead projects from planning and design through bidding and construction, develop staff and client relationships, support strategic growth, and guide the Boise office’s day-to-day operations and profitability.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer registration.
• At least 10 years of civil engineering experience.
• Record of leading multidisciplinary project teams and building strong client relationships.
• Project management experience, including proposals, scopes, budgets, and successful project execution.
• Commitment to mentoring staff and developing high-performing teams.
• Experience with strategic planning, client development, and operational oversight.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineers and technical staff across infrastructure projects from planning and design through bidding and construction.
• Develop practical, responsive, value-driven engineering solutions to complex client challenges.
• Mentor and develop staff, supporting skill growth, increased responsibility, and career advancement.
• Build client relationships and identify opportunities through engagement, networking, proposals, and presentations.
• Oversee project and operational schedules, budgets, technical quality, workload, and execution.
• Partner with division leadership on strategic planning, business development, and client relationship management across the western U.S.
• Contribute to talent development, succession planning, and the long-term strength of the organization.
• Help refine and execute the firm’s strategy and growth plan while guiding the day-to-day operations and profitability of the Boise office.

Benefits

• Annual bonus opportunities.
• $20,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the terms and conditions of the company’s sign-on bonus program.
• Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
• Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Tuition assistance.
• Cross-training and opportunities to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior