Regional Geotechnical Leader | Principal Engineer

ECS Group of Companies; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Mount Laurel Township, NJ seeks a Geotechnical Principal to lead technical direction and quality across regional projects. You will act as final technical authority, mentor staff, and drive business development while upholding ECS Core Values.

The role emphasizes leadership, client relationships, and strategic oversight of geotechnical work, with a strong focus on risk management and high‑quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• 12 years of related experience.
• P.E. or P.G. license in applicable states.
• Established regional or multi-regional client relationships.
• Proven leadership and decision‑making at an organizational level.
• Ability to perform and sign final technical reviews of reports and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical expertise and oversight across geotechnical projects.
• Performs final technical review and approval of reports, calculations, and deliverables.
• Ensures quality, accuracy, and consistency of technical output across projects and teams.
• Oversees project performance at a strategic level and intervenes on high‑risk issues.
• Mentors Associate Principals, Senior Project Managers, and emerging leaders.
• Supports and leads business development efforts and client relationship growth.
• Reviews and approves proposals, contracts, and major project decisions.
• Contributes to departmental and regional financial performance (P&L awareness).
• Participates in staffing decisions, recruiting, and team development.
• Represents the firm as a technical expert in the industry and community.
• Participates in organizational leadership initiatives and technical committees.

Skills

Geotechnical leadership

Business development

Client relationships

Mentoring

Project management

Technical reviews

Education

Bachelor/Master of Science in Civil or Geotechnical fields

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

ECS Group of Companies in Mount Laurel Township, NJ seeks a Geotechnical Principal to lead technical direction and quality across regional projects. You will act as final technical authority, mentor staff, and drive business development while upholding ECS Core Values.

The role emphasizes leadership, client relationships, and strategic oversight of geotechnical work, with a strong focus on risk management and high‑quality deliverables.