Principal Engineer

Apex Companies • Salt Lake, UT

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About The Position

Apex Companies is seeking an engineering leader to manage a team of engineers and technical staff working on water and wastewater infrastructure projects, from planning and design through bidding and construction. The role is with Forsgren Associates, a newly acquired Apex Company, and contributes to growing the longstanding business and regional operations. The position involves project delivery and operational oversight, client relationship development, business development, staff mentorship, strategic planning, talent development, succession planning, and organizational sustainability. The posting also refers to the role as Managing Engineer and lists the Apex title as Sr Project Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Utah, or ability to obtain a Utah license.
• 10 or more years of water/wastewater engineering experience.
• Project management experience, including developing project proposals, scopes, and budgets and successfully executing engineering projects.
• Strong staff mentorship and performance management capabilities.
• Experience with strategic planning, client development, and operational oversight.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineers and technical staff on water and wastewater infrastructure projects from planning and design through bidding and construction.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, technical quality, and team workload to drive operational excellence.
• Strengthen and expand client relationships and project workload through responsive, value-driven engineering solutions.
• Guide and mentor staff, promoting quality, accountability, and professional growth.
• Identify business opportunities through networking and client engagement; prepare proposals and deliver client presentations to support regional business development.
• Partner with division leadership on strategic planning, business development, and client relationship management throughout the western U.S.
• Contribute to talent development, succession planning, and long-term organizational sustainability.

Benefits

• Annual bonus opportunities
• $20,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the terms and conditions of the Company's sign-on bonus program
• Flexible schedule
• Competitive pay
• Medical, vision, dental, and HSA
• Generous PTO
• 401(k) plan including employer contribution

What This Job Offers

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