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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