Principal Engineer

Apex-Companies,-LL; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Pay

Medical, Vision, Dental, and HSA

Generous PTO

401K Plan including employer contrib

Job summary

Apex Companies is seeking a Managing Engineer in Utah to lead water and wastewater infrastructure projects from planning through construction, while mentoring staff and strengthening client relationships.

Key qualifications include a B.S. in Civil Engineering, PE in Utah (or ability to obtain), and 10+ years of relevant experience. The role offers growth, leadership, and a potential for regional impact in the western U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Civil Engineering required.
• PE registration in Utah or ability to obtain license.
• 10+ years of water/wastewater engineering experience.
• Project management experience including proposals, scopes, budgets, and execution.
• Strong staff mentorship and performance management.
• Experience with strategic planning, client development, and operational oversight.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of engineers and technical staff on water/wastewater infrastructure projects from planning to construction.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, technical quality, and team workload to drive operational excellence.
• Strengthen client relationships and expand workload through value-driven engineering solutions.
• Mentor staff to foster a high-performing team culture.
• Identify new business opportunities through networking, proposals, and client presentations, supporting regional growth.
• Collaborate with division leadership on strategic planning and client relationship management across the western U.S.
• Contribute to talent development and long-term organizational sustainability.

Skills

Water/Wastewater engineering

Project management

Mentorship

Client development

Strategic planning

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) registration

Tools

N/A

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

This role is eligible for a $20,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the terms and conditions of the Company's sign-on bonus program.

Your Responsibilities as a Managing Engineer:

• Lead and manage a team of engineers and technical staff on a wide variety of Water/Wastewater infrastructure projects—from planning and design through bidding and construction.
• Drive operational excellence by monitoring project schedules, budgets, technical quality, and team workload.
• Strengthen and expand client relationships and workload through responsive, value-driven engineering solutions.
• Guide and mentor staff to cultivate a high-performing team culture focused on quality, accountability, and professional growth.
• Develop and strengthen client relationships by proactively identifying new business opportunities through networking, thoughtful engagement, proposal preparation, and client presentations, supporting the growth of our regional business development program.
• Partner with division leadership on strategic planning, business development, and client relationship management throughout the western U.S.
• Play a central role in talent development, succession planning, and long-term organizational sustainability.

What we're looking for:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (or related field)
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Utah (or ability to obtain such a license)
• 10+ years of water/wastewater engineering experience
• Project management experience including development of project proposals, scopes, budgets, and successful execution of engineering projects
• Strong staff mentorship and performance management capabilities
• Experience with strategic planning, client development, and operational oversight
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, and strong interpersonal skills

Why you'll love working for us:

• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Vision, Dental, and HSA
• Generous PTO
• 401K Plan including employer contribution

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