TRC Companies, Inc. · 7 hours ago
Principal Engineer (site design/land development)
TRC Companies, Inc. is a leader in engineering solutions, seeking a highly motivated Principal Engineer/Area Manager to join their Design Management Services team in Richmond, VA. This role involves overseeing a team of engineers, managing land development projects, and driving sustainable growth for the firm through business development and effective leadership.
ConstructionConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Oversee a team of four (4) to eight (8) Professional Engineers, Engineers-in-Training (EITs), and Designers. Be responsible for staff development, mentoring, coaching, and leading the technical, management and financial success of the group
Be involved in leading Civil Engineering related project aspects including studies, reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates and participate in client meetings. Projects may include planning, modeling, designing, and managing land development projects and components including grading, earthwork, erosion/sedimentation control, drainage, stormwater management, utilities, roadways, and other miscellaneous design elements
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders
Assist the Business Development staff in business development opportunities while promoting the company to maintain and grow existing client accounts and capture new clients
Improve client management by supporting a more streamlined communication system for clients to make sure opportunities, proposals, and projects have been addressed responsively and with the proper delegation of staff
Understand staff needs and client requirements to develop an effective high-quality culture
Drive the Firm's Vision, Values, and Culture
Identify potential issues that may need to be addressed with the Division Managers and Senior Leadership
Monitor office financial metrics and performance expectations
Successful track record of project delivery through planning, preliminary and final design, including a proven track record and strong desire of providing superior client service and delivery
Qualification
Required
BS or MS in Civil Engineering
Professional Engineering License in Virginia; or the ability to become licensed within three (3) months
15+ years of relevant experience in municipal, state, or land development engineering as a Senior Client Manager and Senior Project Manager
Experienced with proposal development, client presentations, and relationship development
Mentoring and staff development capabilities
Business Development experience
Conscientious and responsible
Outstanding communication skills and ability to create a cohesive environment
Demonstrated success in achieving scope, schedule, and budget goals
Excellent leadership skills and/or Proven leadership in the region
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
Company
TRC Companies, Inc.
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