Geotechnical Principal Engineer – Lead, Client-Facing (Houston)

Ninyo & Moore, A SOCOTEC Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Ninyo & Moore, a SOCOTEC Company, in Houston, Texas, is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to serve as Principal-in-Charge, directing and overseeing projects and guiding engineering staff. The candidate will select project managers, interface with clients, attend meetings, assume technical responsibility, and support PMs and staff throughout project duration.

A Texas PE license and 10+ years of related geotechnical experience are required; a master's in geotechnical engineering is

Qualifications

• Licensed professional engineer in Texas with 10+ years of experience.
• MS degree in geotechnical engineering preferred.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and client relationship skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, positive attitude and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Principal-in-Charge, directing, reviewing and overseeing projects.
• Select and guide project managers throughout project duration.
• Interface with clients and attend meetings as necessary.
• Assume technical responsibility for project components and provide guidance to staff.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Client relationships

Project leadership

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas

MS Degree in Geotechnical Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Ninyo & Moore, a SOCOTEC Company, in Houston, Texas, is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to serve as Principal-in-Charge, directing and overseeing projects and guiding engineering staff. The candidate will select project managers, interface with clients, attend meetings, assume technical responsibility, and support PMs and staff throughout project duration.

A Texas PE license and 10+ years of related geotechnical experience are required; a master's in geotechnical engineering is