Principal Civil/Structural Engineer

Gannett Fleming is searching for a talented Principal Civil/Structural Engineer who will be responsible for technical and business aspects of the firm and may provide expert technical input and/or oversight on large, complex projects. Expertise is required in dam and levee safety; foundation design; seismic evaluation; structural analysis, and development of recommendations for linear infrastructure projects. This position also includes general engineering on hydropower facilities including penstocks, diversion dams, pipelines, headworks, gate structures, canals, flumes, and siphons. 

Gannett Fleming’s Civil/Structural Engineers support critical infrastructure design and construction across the California foothills and mountains. Our projects include levees, canals, flumes, dams, spillways, and everything else to help solve California’s critical water supply issues. This is an opportunity to work on multidisciplinary teams to implement creative design solutions.

This position is preferably based in our Roseville, CA or Oakland, CA office, but can also be based in the Western U.S.

Responsibilities include:

• Plans and determines scope, resources, schedule, and budget requirements for major and/or complex projects
• Independently designs and/or leads the charge to complete major projects
• Manages and leads major or multiple large projects with multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors and/or subconsultants
• Independently applies extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to evaluate, select, and apply techniques, procedures, and analyses
• Performs construction support services, including assisting client with bid activities, performs construction observation, interacts and coordinates with contractors/inspectors/agencies, manages field changes, and closes out projects
• Reviews completed project documents for conformity and quality assurance
• Conducts business development to build a book of business. Generates leads, pursues new opportunities, and develops new markets/clients.
• Works with multi-disciplinary teams for project pursuit and capture. 
• Builds and maintains client relationships, works to identify and understand client needs, and manages client expectations. Assists clients with risk evaluation and asset management.
• Manages technical staff to build a high performing team that delivers an exceptional work product. Mentors the team in preparation for future challenges. 
• Develops new techniques and/or improved processes
• Leads project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments
• Represents the organization in communications and conferences pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments
• Assigns tasks to and directs junior consultants and technicians
• Supervises one or more technical staff
• Trains staff on use of specialty software or proprietary applications
• Assists senior management in implementing business programs, and may manage organizational programs under the direction of senior management

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• 15 or more years of increasing responsibility and experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Experience in project management on multi-disciplinary teams, and business and client development
• Professional Engineering license in California, or a state that provides comity with California.
• Structural Engineering license in California a plus. 
• Expert-level knowledge of civil/structural engineering concepts, theories and practices.
• Proficient in the review and preparation of reports, plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Office, and similar computer programs.
• Knowledge of specialized structural analysis computer programs

At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming

Location: Roseville, CA; Los Angeles CA; Irvine, CA

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time 

Internal Requisition ID: 2024-10573

Salary Range: $140,000 - $190,000

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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