Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Office Lead - Seattle, WA
Company Overview
A leading geotechnical and earth engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to play a key leadership role within its growing Seattle office. The firm is recognized for delivering innovative, high-quality engineering solutions across infrastructure, development, and environmental projects, with a strong emphasis on technical excellence and client service.
With continued expansion in the Pacific Northwest, the Seattle team is in a critical growth phase - creating a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to step into a leadership-focused position with significant influence over project delivery, client relationships, and office growth.
Position Summary
This role is designed for a senior geotechnical professional with an entrepreneurial mindset, strong technical expertise, and a proven ability to generate and win work. You will take on a leadership position within the Seattle office, contributing at a Principal level with responsibility for business development, project oversight, and team growth.
The position offers a high degree of autonomy and ownership, making it ideal for someone looking to take the next step into an office lead or practice leadership role while remaining engaged in technically challenging work.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Office Growth
- Support and help drive the growth of the Seattle office, contributing to strategic direction and expansion
- Take on Principal-level responsibilities with increasing ownership over operations and performance
- Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers
Business Development & Client Management
- Lead business development efforts, including building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Identify and pursue new project opportunities within the Seattle and broader Pacific Northwest market
- Support proposal development, negotiations, and project scoping
Project Oversight & Technical Leadership
- Provide senior-level oversight on geotechnical projects, ensuring technical quality and successful delivery
- Guide teams on complex geotechnical analyses and design challenges
- Remain actively involved in project strategy and high-level technical decision-making
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (advanced degree preferred)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- 10+ years of geotechnical engineering experience
- Strong background working on projects within the Seattle / Pacific Northwest region
- Demonstrated experience in business development and client relationship management
- Proven leadership ability with an entrepreneurial mindset
- Excellent communication and team leadership skills
Why This Role?
- Opportunity to step into an office leadership position within a growing market
- Principal-level responsibilities with strong ownership and autonomy
- Direct impact on office growth, team development, and strategic direction
- Entrepreneurial environment with high visibility and influence
- Strong project pipeline and platform for continued success
Location
Seattle, Washington; a high-growth market with complex geotechnical challenges and significant opportunities for leadership and expansion.
Looking forward to having great conversations with potential candidates!
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