Principal Geotechnical Engineer — Hybrid, West Sacramento

SOCOTEC, Inc.; West Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Training

Social activities

Competitive salary

Job summary

SOCOTEC, Inc. is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in West Sacramento, CA to provide technical leadership, project oversight, client management, and business development for a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects.

This senior leadership role requires mentoring staff, maintaining client relationships, ensuring technical excellence, and supporting growth of the geotechnical practice in the Sacramento area.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
• California GE license required; PE license in California.
• Minimum 10 years of geotechnical consulting experience with project management and leadership.
• Experience reviewing geotechnical reports, proposals and engineering recommendations.
• Proven ability to lead teams, mentor staff and manage client relationships.
• Strong understanding of construction, grading, earthwork and geotechnical construction support services.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical projects ranging from small developments to large infrastructure.
• Review and sign geotechnical proposals, reports and technical deliverables.
• Provide mentorship and professional development for engineering staff.
• Support business development and maintain client relationships.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, architects and design professionals.
• Assist with strategic planning and growth initiatives for geotechnical practice.
• Provide technical support during construction, earthwork and foundation activities.

Skills

Geotechnical leadership

Project management

Client management

Mentorship

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

California Geotechnical Engineer (GE) license

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in California

Job description

SOCOTEC, Inc. is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in West Sacramento, CA to provide technical leadership, project oversight, client management, and business development for a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects.

This senior leadership role requires mentoring staff, maintaining client relationships, ensuring technical excellence, and supporting growth of the geotechnical practice in the Sacramento area.