Principal Engineer

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
• Professional Engineering license (PE) with the ability to obtain additional state licenses as needed
• Experience of 15+ years in Geotechnical and/or CMT field
• Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
• Knowledge of geotechnical and construction materials testing methods, ASTM standards, and soil classifications
• Ability to calculate results from geotechnical/construction materials testing data
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, detailed reports, correspondence and memos
• Ability to accurately complete field-testing documentation and detailed figures
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to write technical reports, proposals, business correspondences and/or procedure manuals as needed

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations, to customers, clients, construction teams, and other employees of the organization Knowledge 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/computer Strong leadership skills and detail oriented Ability to effectively prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment Ability to work weekends, holidays, overtime, overnight and travel as needed

• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations, to customers, clients, construction teams, and other employees of the organization
• Knowledge 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/computer
• Strong leadership skills and detail oriented
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, overtime, overnight and travel as needed
• This position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time, in support of business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work.
• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as precipitation, extreme cold or heat, dusty and noisy work environments.
• Office work requires long-term sitting and computer work
• The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to: Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs. Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time as well as drive long distances Frequent use of fingers, hands and arms for typing, cellphone Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, lift, carry, and push repetitively Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate sometimes with noisy environments
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time as well as drive long distances
• Frequent use of fingers, hands and arms for typing, cellphone
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, lift, carry, and push repetitively
• Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate sometimes with noisy environments

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