Principal Geotechnical Engineer (Remote)

📋 Description

• • Lead and manage highly complex geotechnical engineering projects, providing critical technical review and comprehensive project management support to clients across multiple technical disciplines.
• • Take ownership of major proposals and contracts, making key decisions that shape project scope, budget, and execution strategies.
• • Develop and author intricate engineering reports, delivering well-reasoned professional opinions and practical, innovative geotechnical solutions grounded in rigorous analysis.
• • Conduct in-depth engineering analyses utilizing established company and industry methodologies and standards, making sound engineering decisions based on standard formulas and advanced computer software.
• • Serve as the primary interface with federal and state regulatory authorities on complex projects, navigating regulatory landscapes and ensuring compliance.
• • Develop and deliver compelling client presentations, fostering strong relationships and contributing significantly to marketing strategies and business development activities.
• • Proactively understand and manage client needs through clear, consistent communication and meticulous project work, building trust and ensuring satisfaction.
• • Oversee client contracting processes, collaborating with corporate legal to ensure all agreements are robust and mutually beneficial.
• • Cultivate and maintain strong internal and external client relationships through consistent communication and face-to-face meetings, extending beyond immediate project needs.
• • Demonstrate a deep understanding of Braun Intertec's comprehensive service offerings and effectively market these services to existing and potential clients.
• • Coordinate project assignments with other engineers and technicians within the discipline group, ensuring seamless collaboration and efficient resource allocation.
• • Critically review drawings supplied by vendors, clients, engineers, and architects, providing expert recommendations for necessary changes to ensure project integrity and success.
• • Conduct thorough reviews of engineering work performed by others and technical reports, ensuring adherence to quality standards and best practices.
• • Proactively identify complex problems, develop innovative solutions, and implement appropriate actions to ensure successful project outcomes.
• • Efficiently and effectively manage project teams, including engineering staff and field support personnel, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• • Lead, mentor, manage, and develop technical staff, nurturing talent and promoting professional growth within the organization.
• • Operate within established procedures and protocols while demonstrating the ability to manage and mitigate project risks effectively.
• • Represent Braun Intertec (BIC) internally and externally as a recognized technical leader and subject matter expert.
• • Consistently adhere to all safety policies and practices, and effectively communicate project-specific safety requirements to all team members assigned to managed projects.
• • Apply strong leadership and strategic thinking skills to guide project teams and contribute to the company's overall strategic direction.
• • Employ creative and innovative thinking to bring successful resolutions to high-impact, complex, and cross-departmental challenges.
• • Qualify and validate the professional opinions and recommendations of less experienced engineers, providing mentorship in the application of sound engineering principles and practices.
• • Utilize strong influencing skills to guide stakeholders, effectively delegate tasks, and develop direct reports for enhanced team performance.
• • Establish and maintain a reputation as a technical leader within the geotechnical engineering industry, both regionally and nationally.
• • Leverage excellent problem-solving skills to address multifaceted engineering challenges.
• • Communicate effectively through excellent written and verbal communication skills, complemented by strong interpersonal abilities.
• • Demonstrate the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations with a high degree of comprehension.
• • Author comprehensive reports and business correspondence, and develop procedure manuals that are clear, concise, and informative.
• • Interpret a wide variety of technical instructions presented in mathematical or diagrammatic form, adeptly handling multiple abstract and concrete variables.
• • Develop and nurture multiple positive client relationships, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
• • Maintain a highly organized approach to work, with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• • Work effectively both independently and as a collaborative team member, adapting to different work styles and project needs.
• • Create, maintain, and communicate project budgets with accuracy and transparency, ensuring financial accountability.
• • Exhibit solid organizational skills, including meticulous attention to detail and the capacity for multi-tasking in a dynamic environment.
• • Travel up to 25% of the time, both locally and throughout the United States, to support project needs and client engagement.