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Principal Geotechnical Engineer/Division Manager

Posted 7 days ago

OfficePortland, OR, United StatesSE160k - 200k USD

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.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job details
Workplace
Office
Location
Portland, OR, United States
Experience
SE
Salary
160k - 200k USD
per year

Le groupe SOCOTEC propose à ses clients et partenaires des missions tout au long du cycle de vie du bâti afin d’en assurer la conformité, prolonger leur durée de vie, améliorer leur performance technique, énergétique et environnementale, et garantir ainsi la sécurité des personnes.

Key team members

Matthieu Heslouin

Matthieu Heslouin

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