Principal Engineer Civil/Structural

Zachry Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group in Charlotte, NC seeks an experienced engineering leader to apply advanced principles to complex projects. The role centers on providing technical guidance, coordinating multi-discipline teams, and delivering critical results for major initiatives.

Leading a staff of engineers and collaborating with clients and stakeholders, this position emphasizes strategic planning, rigorous reviews, and adherence to policies while driving program success across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' of experience w/PE or 20 years w/out PE.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program, master’s degree or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Serves as technical specialist applying advanced concepts, principles and methods.
• Supervises engineers and technicians; may manage a department or large project team.
• Plans, schedules, and coordinates preparation of documents for major projects.
• Reviews procedures to ensure compliance with policies and performance measures.
• Interacts with clients and leads project meetings; represents the organization.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Applies a thorough knowledge of current principles and practices of engineering as related to the variety of aspects affecting his or her organization. Applies knowledge and expertise acquired through progressive experience to resolve crucial issues and/or

Job Description

Applies a thorough knowledge of current principles and practices of engineering as related to the variety of aspects affecting his or her organization. Applies knowledge and expertise acquired through progressive experience to resolve crucial issues and/or

unique conditions. Keeps informed of new methods and developments affecting his or her organization and recommends new practices or changes in emphasis of programs.

Works on major projects of moderate scope and complex features.

Responsibilities

Serves as the technical specialist for the organization in the application of advanced concepts, principles, and methods in an assigned area. Keeps informed of new developments and requirements affecting the organization for the purpose of recommending changes in programs or applications. Interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates assignments.

Supervises a staff of engineers and technicians. Responsible for managing a small department or may assist Senior Manager in managing a large department. Principal level can lead a large project team. Plans, schedules, or coordinates the preparation of documents or activities for multiple major projects. Reviews operational procedures to ensure compliance with applicable policies and performance measures.

Routinely interacts with clients, customers, officials, contractors, and others. Leads project meetings and makes presentations. Represents the organization and maintains liaison with individuals and related organizations.

Qualifications

Minimum 15 years' of experience w/PE or 20 years w/out PE

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program, master’s degree or equivalent, engaged in life‑long learning to maintain knowledge of contemporary issues