Special Projects Group Principal Geotechnical Engineer - Transportation

Responsibilities

Principals ensure that overall goals related to quality and performance are achieved. Responsibilities for any one particular project are limited. The goal is to delegate to Senior Project Managers and step in when and where it is most useful (highest and best value)

Principals are the problem solvers and the final reviewer for projects

Present a positive customer service attitude and understanding of ECS Core Values. 

Responsibilities  

• Primary responsibilities include pursuit and execution of geotechnical projects in the transportation sector in the northern Mid-Atlantic region, including highway, bridge, and rail 

• Responsibilities include providing technical expertise and supporting Geotechnical staff both within a branch and within a region 

• Host or attend project meetings with clients and/or ECS staff to help provide technical solutions as requested 

• Responsibilities may also include mentoring Associate Principals 

• Responsibilities may also include participation in the review committee for candidates who seek Associate Principal designation (Geotechnical) 

• Perform the following at the office and regional levels: 

• Overseeing projects 

• Performing technical report reviews 

• Preparing and reviewing proposals 

• Assisting with management of the department and P&L 

• Business development and assisting other staff in marketing our services by maintaining and developing client interactions 

• Assisting hiring managers to help make staffing decisions. 

• Leading and coaching junior staff members 

Department Specific Responsibilities  

• Business Development: Interface with clients on a weekly basis. Market our services to maintain and further develop the client database
  

  Anticipate 300-500 clients
  

  Minimum one event per week
  

  Minimum 1-2 boards/committee chairs
  

  Be seen as an expert and be involved in the community
  

  Estimate 8 hours per week. 

• Training: Provide mentorship to Associate Principals as assigned. Identify training needs within the department (report to the department manager). 

• Technical: Ensure that Senior Project Managers are taking care of all aspects of a project
  

  Provide final review and signature
  

  Provide training and support at all levels as needed
  

  Act as a backstop to ensure nothing goes out that is incorrect or late. 

• Productivity: 

• Project Management: Final review and stamp for reports
  

  Senior review and approval of invoices prepared
  

  Review ALF as a final backstop and re-assign projects as needed
  

  Ensure that Senior Project Managers will meet deadlines
  

  Use ALF proactively and look ahead.