UES ยท 3 hours ago
Geotechnical Principal Engineer
Knoxville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
15+ years expUES is a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection. As a Principal Engineer, you will apply fundamental engineering principles to design, field assessments, and construction oversight, while leading projects and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnvironmental ConsultingProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Provide senior technical oversight and expertise on complex proposals and projects
Examine engineering reports, lot letters and field recommendations produced by field staff
Provide recommendations to leadership as well as mentorship and guidance to other engineers and project managers
Generate reports, recommendations and other documentation needed by clients, including engineering and design
Conduct site meetings, site estimates, and project recommendations for prospective and current clients
Create, prepare and update project proposals and technical reports in a timely manner
Collaborate with senior management to improve consistency and efficiency in reporting procedures
Develop and manage projects with new and existing clients, ensuring profitability
Participate in business development, networking and marketing
Review, update and approve invoices weekly for on-going projects
Maintain excellent communication both verbally and electronically with senior management, project managers and colleagues
Maintain a billable utilization rate of 50%
Follow all company safety procedures and policies
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
Professional Engineering license (PE) with the ability to obtain additional state licenses as needed
Experience of 15+ years in Geotechnical and/or CMT field
Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
Knowledge of geotechnical and construction materials testing methods, ASTM standards, and soil classifications
Ability to calculate results from geotechnical/construction materials testing data
Ability to read and interpret construction documents, detailed reports, correspondence and memos
Ability to accurately complete field-testing documentation and detailed figures
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to write technical reports, proposals, business correspondences and/or procedure manuals as needed
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations, to customers, clients, construction teams, and other employees of the organization
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Boring Log software, AutoCAD and other engineering design software, deep foundation software, slope stability software, laboratory software and settlement software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to use technology/computer
Strong leadership skills and detail oriented
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment
Ability to work weekends, holidays, overtime, overnight and travel as needed
This position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time, in support of business objectives and client engagements
Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as precipitation, extreme cold or heat, dusty and noisy work environments
Office work requires long-term sitting and computer work
The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to: Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs., Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time as well as drive long distances, Frequent use of fingers, hands and arms for typing, cellphone, Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, lift, carry, and push repetitively, Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate sometimes with noisy environments
Company
UES
UES provides personalized engineering, environmental, testing and inspection services to clients across the United States.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-07-29Acquired
Leadership Team
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Frank Frione
Managing Partner
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2024-05-21
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