Principal Civil Engineer

Head of Civil Engineering, Land Development @ LVI Associates

Principal Civil Engineer

About Us: We have been a leading engineering consulting firm in the Pacific Northwest for over two decades. Our core value, "Service Above the Standard," drives us to deliver outstanding results and uphold high standards. Our services cover everything from initial feasibility studies to final construction, with a strong focus on innovation and quality.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary range: $125,000 - $195,000 We prioritize the health and well-being of our employees by offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Eight paid holidays annually
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life, disability, and family leave
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Bonus and incentive compensation

Our collaborative culture welcomes diverse backgrounds, and we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

Job Description: As a Principal Civil Engineer, you will lead a team of project managers and engineers, overseeing the design of residential, commercial, and public development projects. You will work closely with clients to develop and maintain a project pipeline, ensure quality designs, manage the permitting process, and keep projects on schedule and within budget. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading a team of project managers and civil engineers
• Developing new business opportunities and maintaining client relationships
• Preparing reports, construction drawings, specifications, and calculations
• Managing the permitting process and strategies
• Creating project schedules and attending hearings
• Mentoring design associates and providing technical guidance
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope and budget
• Conducting technical reviews and preparing proposals
• Implementing QA/QC procedures within design teams

Skills and Specifications:

• Strong technical skills and ability to communicate ideas visually and verbally
• Experience in preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Knowledge of the permitting process and strategies
• Ability to understand land use codes and develop project layouts
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and mentoring skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and Power Point
• High-level proficiency in Civil 3D and Bluebeam software

Education and Experience:

• BS degree in Civil Engineering (MS preferred)
• 15+ years of progressively responsible engineering and management experience
• Land development project experience
• Professional Engineering (PE) license required (multi-state preferred)
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Reports to: Senior Vice President

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

LVI Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.