Geotechnical Principal: Lead Tech, Grow Client Relationships

ECS Southeast, LLP; St. George (LA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Southeast, LLP seeks a Geotechnical Principal to steer regional projects, set technical direction, and uphold quality across teams. You will act as final technical authority, mentor senior staff, and drive client relationships and business development at the highest level.

The role requires 12+ years in geotechnical engineering, a PE or PG license, and proven leadership. You will oversee proposals, reports, and major decisions while coordinating resources and contributing to financial

Qualifications

• 12 years of related experience.
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.).
• Strong regional client relationships and business development experience.
• Ability to perform final technical reviews of reports and calculations.
• Experience with geotechnical analysis software.
• Ability to mentor staff and lead teams.
• Valid driver's license for travel to projects.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical expertise and oversight across geotechnical projects.
• Performs final technical review and approval of reports, calculations, and deliverables.
• Ensures quality, accuracy, and consistency of technical output across projects and teams.
• Oversees project performance at a strategic level and intervenes on complex or high-risk issues.
• Mentors Associate Principals, Senior Project Managers, and emerging leaders.
• Supports and leads business development efforts and client relationship growth.
• Reviews and approves proposals, contracts, and major project decisions.
• Contributes to departmental and regional financial performance (P&L awareness).
• Participates in staffing decisions, recruiting, and team development.
• Represents the firm as a technical expert in the industry and community.
• Participates in organizational leadership initiatives and technical committees.
• Performs other leadership and technical duties as assigned.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Leadership

Business development

Project management

Mentoring

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar

PE or PG license in each work state

Job description

ECS Southeast, LLP seeks a Geotechnical Principal to steer regional projects, set technical direction, and uphold quality across teams. You will act as final technical authority, mentor senior staff, and drive client relationships and business development at the highest level.

The role requires 12+ years in geotechnical engineering, a PE or PG license, and proven leadership. You will oversee proposals, reports, and major decisions while coordinating resources and contributing to financial