Regional Geotechnical Principal: Lead, Grow & Mentor

Engineering Consulting Service; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Hanover, MD seeks a Geotechnical Principal to lead technical direction and drive business development across projects and services. You will provide final technical authority, oversee regional execution, mentor leaders, and maintain a strong client-focused approach consistent with ECS Core Values.

The role requires a PE or PG license, a MS/BS in civil/geotechnical engineering, and extensive experience.

Qualifications

• 12 years of related experience
• A PE or PG license is required in each work state
• Established reputation as a geotechnical engineering expert
• Strong regional or multi-regional client relationships
• Proven success in business development and revenue growth
• Advanced technical expertise across geotechnical engineering disciplines
• Proven leadership and organizational decision-making
• Strong client relationship skills
• Extensive experience in project management, risk management, and consulting
• Ability to perform and sign final technical reviews of reports and calculations
• Understanding of regional geologic conditions and industry challenges
• Proficiency with advanced geotechnical analysis software
• Ability to mentor senior technical staff and future leaders
• Strong financial and operational awareness
• Professional training as per ECS Senior Technical Staff Policies and Procedures

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 complex or 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
• Performs other leadership and technical duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor/Master of Science in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical analysis software

Job description

ECS Group of Companies in Hanover, MD seeks a Geotechnical Principal to lead technical direction and drive business development across projects and services. You will provide final technical authority, oversee regional execution, mentor leaders, and maintain a strong client-focused approach consistent with ECS Core Values.

The role requires a PE or PG license, a MS/BS in civil/geotechnical engineering, and extensive experience.