Principal Engineer
Ues
Lead engineering oversight for geotechnical and materials testing projects.
11 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Kennesaw, GA
Hybrid
Company Size
4,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Environmental services
Testing
Inspection
Energy efficiency program delivery
Demand response strategies
Program management
Field operations
Sector Specialisms
Transportation
Infrastructure
Water and Wastewater
Technology
Power Transition
Healthcare
Education
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
safety compliance
technical reporting
project management
field inspections
quality control
client documentation
- Ensure strict adherence to company safety protocols, OSHA regulations, and environmental requirements, promoting a culture of workplace safety and compliance.
- Create, prepare and update project proposals and technical reports.
- Generate reports, recommendations and other documentation needed by clients, including engineering and design.
- Provide leadership, mentorship and guidance to other engineers and project managers throughout the company.
- Provide senior technical oversight and expertise on complex proposals and projects.
- Review, update and approve invoices weekly for on-going projects.
- Develop and implement project scopes, site meetings, estimates, budgets, schedules, and deliverables to meet client and business objectives.
- Participate in business development, networking and marketing efforts.
- Travel to project sites as needed to conduct inspections, assessments, and provide engineering support.
- Field work on outside construction sites involving long-term standing, sitting and potentially repetitive motions.
- Provide mentorship and training to project managers regarding engineering problems or client interactions, fostering technical skill development.
- Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Typically, this position involves 20% field work, 80% office work, depending on the week/work.
- Oversee quality control and adherence to best practices, industry standards (ASTM, AASHTO, ASCE, etc.), and regulatory guidelines to ensure compliance with materials testing and geotechnical best practices.
- Exam engineering reports, lot letters and field recommendations produced by field staff.
- Maintain excellent communication both verbally and electronically with senior management, other project managers and colleagues to improve consistency and efficiency in reporting procedures.
What you bring
10+ yrs
pe license
astm
project management
analytical
client communication
- 10+ years of work experience in construction materials or geotechnical engineering is required.
- Knowledge and familiarity with industry standards and regulations in geotechnical and construction materials testing methods, ASTM standards, AASHTO, DOT, ASCE, OSHA, laboratory testing, soil classifications, and construction oversight.
- Professional Engineering license (PE) required with the ability to obtain additional state licenses as needed.
- Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant and peripheral vision, depth vision and ability to focus), smell, hear and touch (use your hands to reach, climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Ability to lead project teams, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate multidisciplinary efforts.
- Experience developing project scopes, budgets, schedules, and risk assessments for infrastructure or construction projects.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is preferred/required.
- You may be required to drive hundreds of miles per day within the Mid-Atlantic region.
- Proven experience in client communication, engagement, and presentation to others.
- Ability to write technical reports, proposals, business correspondences and/or procedure manuals as needed.
- Proven track record of managing mid-to-large scale engineering projects from inception to completion.
- Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting, proposal writing, and presentations.
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move/shake up to 40lbs. (soil and/or concrete tests and related apparatus); frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs. (soil and sand samples, and nuclear density equipment); and occasionally move more than 100lbs. (such as a loaded wheelbarrow of concrete samples).
- Work independently and collaboratively within office and field environments, adapting to dynamic project needs.
- Some weekend, overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required.
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Company
Overview
1964
Year Founded
The company was established in 1964, marking the beginning of its journey from a regional soils lab to a national engineering firm.
85+
Branches Nationwide
The firm operates 85+ branches across the United States, serving diverse markets with advanced engineering solutions.
- Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, with 85+ branches serving diverse U.S. markets.
- Under private-equity ownership since 2019.
- Projects span transportation corridors, solar farms, data centers, hospitals, schools, and bridges.
- Combines earth-science know-how with construction materials testing and environmental evaluations.
- Known for tackling complex geotechnical and environmental challenges with technology-driven solutions.
- Integrity: We do the right thing, even when no one is watching.
- Customer Focus: We are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences.
- Innovation: We constantly seek new ways to improve and evolve.
- Excellence: We strive to be the best in everything we do.
- Collaboration: We work together to achieve shared goals.
- Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions and results.
By 2050
Net-Zero Emissions Target
The company has set a long-term goal to achieve net-zero emissions, aligning with global sustainability efforts.
- Committed to reducing environmental impact through sustainable practices.
- Implemented energy-efficient solutions across its operations.
- Made significant progress in reducing waste through recycling and reusing materials.
- Strives to minimize its carbon footprint by investing in renewable energy sources.
- is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
- focuses on equal opportunity for all employees, regardless of background.
- Gender equality is a key aspect of hiring and promotion practices.
- is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for underrepresented groups.
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