Geotechnical Principal

Primary responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and support to Geotechnical staff both within a branch and within a region.
• Host or attend project meetings with clients and/or ECS staff to help provide technical solutions as requested.
• Mentor Associate Principals.
• Participate in the review committee for candidates seeking Associate Principal designation (Geotechnical).

Office and Regional Level Duties

• Oversee projects.
• Perform technical report reviews.
• Prepare and review proposals.
• Manage the department and P&L.
• Engage in business development and assist other staff in marketing services.
• Aid in making staffing decisions for hiring managers.
• Lead and coach junior staff members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or a similar field is required.
• At least 12 years of related experience.
• Designation as a senior reviewer at your current or previous firm is required.
• A Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) license is required in each state where you work.
• A valid driver's license is required if driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary.

Company Information

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental, and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025), and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.