GeoStabilization International® · 2 weeks ago
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Westminster, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
10+ years expGeoStabilization International (GSI) is a leading firm specializing in geohazard mitigation and bridge rehabilitation. The Principal Geotechnical Engineer will lead a design team, ensuring engineering excellence and talent development while managing complex geotechnical projects.
Construction
Responsibilities
Serve as technical authority for moderately complex to highly complex geotechnical and geostructural projects
Act as Engineer of Record (EOR), owning design integrity, risk management, and constructability
Set and enforce high standards for design efficiency, elegance, and accuracy
Review and approve engineering deliverables; ensure schedules and quality commitments are met
Represent GSI as a senior technical expert in client meetings, negotiations, and external forums
Select, manage, and evaluate external consultants and subject-matter experts, including contract negotiation and invoice approval
Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing design team with depth today and leadership capacity for the future
Own hiring decisions for the design team - prioritizing intellectual horsepower, resilience, and growth trajectory
Balance workload across the team to optimize delivery, development, and utilization
Conduct regular 1-on-1s, mid-year, and annual performance reviews with clear expectations and feedback
Drive engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement across the team
Assign work intentionally based on business needs, individual strengths, and development goals
Ensure on-time delivery of engineering and proposal deliverables
Serve as the voice of the Design Team in cross-functional initiatives, tools, and process improvements
Actively participate on the Estimating and Design Group Leadership Team
Improve interfaces between Design, Estimating, Operations, and Sales to reduce friction and increase win-rate and execution quality
Qualification
Required
BS in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or equivalent
10+ years of relevant professional experience
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Demonstrated experience leading teams and delivering against performance metrics
Preferred
MS in Civil or Geological Engineering with geotechnical or geostructural emphasis
15+ years of experience across multiple facets of geotechnical design and construction
GE and/or SE licensure
Numerical modeling experience
Experience leading interdisciplinary engineering teams
Benefits
Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
Mental health benefits
401(k) plan to help save for your future including company match
In addition to 7 observed holidays, salaried team members have flexible paid time off
Paid parental leave
Company
GeoStabilization International®
GeoStabilization International is a North American leader in geohazard mitigation, built around experienced engineers and field crews who respond quickly and execute safely in challenging terrain.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amber Richards
HR Business Partner
Gina Hinman-Trulli
Chief People & Talent Officer
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