Principal Engineer

KEITH; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% PAID Medical, Dental, and Vision

Employer matched 401K - 100% Vested on Day 1

Job summary

KEITH in Pompano Beach is looking for a Principal Engineer to lead land development and water resources projects. This role requires strong leadership and technical oversight, with opportunities to mentor engineering staff and contribute to strategic growth.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and be a licensed PE in Florida, with proven experience in delivering complex projects. Generous benefits include 100% paid medical, dental, vision, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive engineering experience in land development and water resources.
• Proven ability to deliver complex projects successfully.

Responsibilities

• Act as senior technical advisor on complex projects.
• Provide design expertise and technical oversight.
• Lead project teams through planning and design phases.
• Mentor engineering staff and support their professional growth.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for innovative solutions.
• Contribute to business development efforts.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Mentoring

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida

Job description

Principal Engineer - Land Development and Water Resources

About KEITH

We are a multidisciplined consulting firm offering civil engineering, land surveying, transportation engineering, planning, landscape architecture, and construction management services. With decades of experience and a people‑first culture, we’re dedicated to shaping communities through innovative, sustainable solutions.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer / Chief Engineer to join our Pompano Beach office. This role is ideal for a senior‑level professional who is passionate about technical excellence in land development and water resources. The successful candidate will serve as a senior technical advisor, providing leadership and guidance on complex projects while mentoring engineering staff and supporting strategic growth.

What you’ll do

• Act as senior technical advisor on complex land development and water resources projects
• Provide high‑level design expertise, review, and technical oversight to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance
• Lead and support project teams through planning, design, permitting, and delivery phases
• Mentor and guide engineering staff, fostering professional development and technical growth
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and stakeholders to ensure innovative, cost‑effective, and sustainable solutions
• Serve as a trusted resource for technical problem‑solving and decision‑making within the firm
• Contribute to business development efforts by supporting proposals, presentations, and client relationships

Ideal candidate has

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida
• Progressive engineering experience, with strong expertise in land development and water resources
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and provide technical guidance to engineering teams
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to easily build strong relationships
• Proven track record of delivering complex, high‑value projects

Benefits

• 100% PAID Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employer matched 401K - 100% Vested on Day 1 of contribution!!!