Civil Engineer - Principal

About the role

As a Civil Engineering Principal for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Knoxville, TN office, you’ll partner with senior leadership to grow the Civil/Site Practice, strengthen client relationships, and guide stakeholders through the regulatory environment while ensuring technical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced engineering principles and practices to manage complex projects.
• Develop, lead, and mentor teams of engineers and project managers to achieve technical and professional excellence.
• Grow and develop established and new clients in the Real Estate, Oil & Gas, Renewables, and Manufacturing sectors.
• Participate in and lead internal and external client- and professional-development initiatives.
• Lead financial management of projects (AR/WIP), including resolving complex accounting or legal issues.
• Develop scopes of service and project budgets (proposals) and direct projects profitably.
• Hire, recruit, mentor, and develop staff members to support career growth and office capabilities.
• Communicate effectively with staff, clients, contractors, and regulatory officials, both verbally and in writing.
• Present at public meetings and hearings with qualifications sufficient to provide expert testimony.
• Demonstrate leadership and commitment to mentoring junior staff while fostering a collaborative team culture.

Requirements

• 15+ years of civil engineering experience or a relevant combination of experience and education.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure, with Tennessee registration or ability to obtain.
• Additional professional certifications such as CPESC, CFM, or PMP are a plus.

Preferred Capabilities

• Demonstrated leadership in managing large, complex civil engineering projects.
• Experience mentoring and developing engineering staff.
• Proven track record in business development and client relationship management.
• Experience integrating multidisciplinary teams and coordinating across projects.

Benefits

• Cutting-edge technology and tools.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexible work schedule and remote work options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Employee ownership and equity in the company.
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.