Principal Engineer, Civil

Apex Companies • Boise, ID

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About The Position

The Principal Engineer combines technical leadership, client partnership, team development, and business strategy. Based in Boise, the role supports infrastructure projects and helps expand Forsgren Associates’ impact across Boise and the western U.S. The Principal Engineer works with the resources of a growing national organization while strengthening the local leadership, relationships, and reputation of Forsgren Associates. The position also guides day-to-day Boise office operations and profitability, contributes to the firm’s strategy and growth plan, and helps address clients’ infrastructure challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer registration.
• At least 10 years of civil engineering experience.
• A 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 on 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 trusted client relationships and identify opportunities through engagement, networking, proposals, and presentations.
• Oversee project 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.
• Guide the day-to-day operations and profitability of the Boise office.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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