Location: Seattle, WA
Are you ready to take on a leadership role and drive the growth of a new office for a nationally recognized engineering firm? We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our Seattle team and spearhead the expansion of our geotechnical services in the region. As part of a multidisciplinary firm with over 100 offices nationwide, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of our Seattle office, which is poised to grow rapidly over the coming years.
About Us:
We are a well-established multidisciplinary engineering firm with a national footprint and a reputation for delivering innovative solutions across a wide range of projects. Our Seattle office is newer and smaller, but we have ambitious plans to grow the team to over 100 professionals in the near future. We are looking for a visionary leader to help us kickstart this growth and build a world-class geotechnical team.
Role Overview:
As the Principal Geotechnical Engineer, you will be responsible for leading and growing the geotechnical engineering practice in our Seattle office. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your technical expertise, business acumen, and leadership skills to develop new business, mentor junior staff, and deliver exceptional results on high-profile projects. You will have a significant impact on both the firm's regional growth and the broader success of our national geotechnical team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Team Building: Lead the geotechnical team in Seattle, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture. Recruit, mentor, and develop engineers to build a strong and growing team.
- Business Development: Drive business growth by identifying new opportunities, building relationships with clients, and expanding the office's project portfolio.
- Project Management: Oversee a diverse range of geotechnical projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards.
- Client Engagement: Develop and maintain relationships with key clients, contractors, and stakeholders. Serve as the technical expert and trusted advisor to clients.
- Strategic Planning: Work with senior management to develop and execute a strategic growth plan for the Seattle office, aligning with the firm's long-term vision.
- Technical Leadership: Provide technical oversight on complex geotechnical projects, offering guidance and solutions for challenges such as foundation design, slope stability, and seismic considerations.
- Collaboration: Partner with other disciplines within the firm, including civil, structural, and environmental teams, to deliver integrated, multidisciplinary solutions to clients.
Qualifications:
- Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Professional License: Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required, with the ability to obtain licensure in Washington if not already held.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, with a proven track record of managing complex projects and leading teams.
- Business Acumen: Demonstrated success in business development, client management, and securing new work in the geotechnical field.
- Leadership Skills: Strong leadership abilities with a passion for mentoring and developing staff, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of geotechnical design, analysis, and construction practices, particularly in the Pacific Northwest region.
- Entrepreneurial Spirit: A proactive, results-driven mindset with a passion for growing and expanding a business unit.
