Socotec

Socotec

Principal Geotechnical Engineer

West Sacramento, CA, United States · Principal · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$170k-$200kDetected 34 days ago
Project ManagementBusiness DevelopmentCustomer SupportLeadershipCommunicationMentoringGeotechnical Engineering

About the role

  • About SOCOTEC: SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures.
  • SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.
  • This senior leadership role is responsible for mentoring staff, maintaining client relationships, ensuring technical excellence, and supporting the continued growth of the geotechnical practice in the Sacramento area.

Responsibilities

  • Direct, oversee, and provide quality review of geotechnical investigations, analyses, designs, and engineering recommendations.
  • Lead project planning, execution, and quality assurance efforts to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing clients while supporting new business development initiatives.
  • Support multidisciplinary project teams and collaborate with clients, contractors, architects, and design professionals.
  • Provide technical support during construction, earthwork, and foundation-related activities as needed.
  • Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.
  • Extensive knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles, analyses, investigations, and design practices.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, mentor staff, and manage client relationships.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
  • California Geotechnical Engineer (GE) license required.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience with a geotechnical consulting firm, including project management and technical leadership responsibilities.
  • Strong understanding of construction, grading, earthwork, foundations, and geotechnical construction support services.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to clients and project teams.

Nice to have

  • Experience serving public agencies, transportation agencies, municipalities, utilities, developers, and private-sector clients.
  • Demonstrated success in business development, client management, and practice growth.
  • Experience managing multidisciplinary projects and coordinating with other engineering disciplines.
  • Established professional relationships within the California engineering and construction industry.
  • Proven track record of delivering high-quality technical work and maintaining long-term client partnerships.

Compensation

  • $170,000-200,000, depending on experience
  • For more information, please visit www.socotec.us
  • SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.

Company info

  • We are seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to provide technical leadership, project oversight, client management, and business development support for a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects.

Equal opportunity

  • Full-Time; in-office, with possibility of one day remote/ hybrid schedule
  • SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer.

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