Division Manager/Principal Geotechnical Engineer

About the role

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

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time; in-office