Principal Civil Engineer
Principal Civil Engineer | Woodinville, WA
About the Company
A well-established Pacific Northwest civil engineering firm with over two decades of land development experience is looking to add a principal-level leader to its team. The firm has built a strong regional reputation across residential, commercial, and public development and operates with a culture that gives senior staff real autonomy, direct client ownership, and a meaningful role in shaping company growth.
The Role
A senior leadership position combining technical oversight, team development, and active business development. You'll lead projects from concept through construction, manage client relationships, and play a direct role in the firm's long-term growth and profitability.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate design teams across all phases of civil engineering project delivery
- Oversee project schedules, budgets, QA/QC, and overall performance
- Drive business development, expand existing client relationships, and develop proposals and project strategies
- Serve as a senior technical resource across site grading, roadway design, stormwater conveyance and modeling, sewer and water system design, and TESC
- Oversee permitting strategies and coordinate with agencies throughout project lifecycles
- Prepare and review reports, specifications, construction drawings, and calculations
- Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineering staff
- Support construction phase services including site inspections and coordination
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Master's preferred)
- 15+ years of progressively responsible engineering and project management experience
- Land development experience required
- Washington State PE license (multi-state licensure preferred)
- High proficiency in Civil 3D and Bluebeam
- Valid Washington State driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
- Established client relationships in the greater Seattle/Pacific Northwest market
- Multi-state PE licensure
- Demonstrated track record in business development and revenue generation
- Experience mentoring and building high-performing engineering teams
Compensation
- $155,000 to $220,000 depending on experience, plus performance-based bonus
- 401(k) with employer match, medical/dental/vision, generous PTO, and professional development support
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