Principal Geotechnical Engineer/Division Manager

SOCOTEC US; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Mentorship and training

Social activities

Job summary

SOCOTEC US is seeking an experienced Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead a new office in Portland, Oregon as General Manager and Principal-in-Charge. This position demands strong technical leadership, business development acumen, and effective team management to ensure operational success and financial growth.

The ideal candidate will possess 10+ years of experience in engineering project management, including 5+ years in construction materials testing, and hold a valid PE license. This is a full-time, in-office role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing engineering projects and teams.
• 5+ years experience in the construction materials testing (CMT) industry.
• Ability to visit field sites as needed; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee division operations, budgets, and workload planning.
• Serve as Principal-in-Charge on major projects, providing technical oversight and quality review.
• Mentor and guide project managers and technical staff.
• Manage client relationships, contracts, and project deliverables.
• Track KPIs and financial performance, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Support business development and strategic growth initiatives.
• Manage construction materials testing field and lab operations during initial growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Geotechnical design software

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

About SOCOTEC

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

Company Description

SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

Job Description

We are hiring an experienced Principal Geotechnical Engineer to lead a new office in Portland, Oregon as General Manager and Principal-in-Charge. This role combines technical leadership, business development, and team management to drive operational and financial success.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee division operations, budgets, and workload planning
• Serve as Principal-in-Charge on major projects, providing technical oversight and quality review
• Mentor and guide project managers and technical staff
• Manage client relationships, contracts, and project deliverables
• Track KPIs, financial performance, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Support business development and strategic growth initiatives
• Manage construction materials testing field and lab operations during the initial growth stage

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience managing engineering projects and teams.
• 5+ years experience in the construction materials testing (CMT) industry
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in geotechnical design software.
• Ability to visit field sites as needed; valid driver’s license required.

Additional Information

Salary range: $160,000-200,000

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time; in-office

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.