Principal Engineer – Environmental Remediation and Engineering Practice Leader

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Principal Engineer leading environmental remediation and engineering projects at Geosyntec in Fresno. Focus on complex engineering solutions and client engagement across California.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeFresno • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $142,540 - $199,555 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in environmental engineering, project management, and client development, with a strong focus on delivering complex engineering solutions and managing multidisciplinary teams. Proven ability to navigate California regulatory frameworks and foster client relationships to drive business growth.

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Professional Engineer (P.E.) RegistrationEnvironmental Engineering ExpertiseProject Management ExperienceClient Relationship DevelopmentCalifornia Regulatory Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Environmental EngineeringRemediation DesignWater Resources EngineeringGeotechnical EngineeringCivil InfrastructureStormwater ManagementGroundwater ManagementEngineering AnalysisTechnical WritingProposal Preparation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailTeam LeadershipClient Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (P.E.) Registration in CaliforniaOSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER Training

Industry Keywords

Engineering ConsultingRegulatory ComplianceEnvironmental ProjectsContaminated Soil ManagementConstruction SupportDesign-Build ProjectsRisk ManagementClient DevelopmentMultidisciplinary Team CoordinationCalifornia Engineering Market

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead business development strategy for the Fresno office, Central Valley market, and broader California engineering practice, including identifying opportunities, developing client relationships, expanding existing accounts, and leading proposal efforts.
Serve as a Client Manager, Account Lead, engineering practice leader, or senior technical advisor for one or more strategic clients.
Provide senior technical leadership in one or more engineering practice areas, including environmental engineering, remediation design, water resources engineering, geotechnical engineering, civil infrastructure, stormwater management, groundwater management, and water or waste containment systems.
Lead complex, multidisciplinary engineering projects from planning through delivery, including scope development, technical strategy, engineering analysis, design, permitting, construction support, quality review, risk management, and client engagement.
Direct preparation and review of engineering reports, feasibility studies, design calculations, drawings, specifications, work plans, permit applications, cost estimates, bid documents, proposals, and client correspondence.
Oversee remedy construction, civil/environmental infrastructure construction, commissioning, operations and maintenance, performance monitoring, and optimization of engineering solutions.
Manage project performance, including scope, budgets, resources, schedules, quality standards, profitability, contracts, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary team coordination.
Set practice vision, support recruiting and team development, mentor staff, and help drive strategic growth for the Fresno office and Northern California operations.
Collaborate with professionals from multiple disciplines and offices to provide integrated, practical, and future-ready solutions for clients.
Represent Geosyntec in meetings, presentations, and negotiations with clients, regulators, teaming partners, contractors, industry groups, and other stakeholders.
Interpret and summarize technical data, engineering analyses, and regulatory requirements to support sound conclusions and defensible client recommendations.
Promote and model a strong health and safety culture, which is fundamental to our operations.
Complete required OSHA/MSHA health and safety, first aid, CPR training, and medical monitoring, as applicable and paid for by the firm.
Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client, project, office, and other business locations, as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, water resources engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
Advanced degree in engineering or a related discipline. (preferred)
Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in California or ability to obtain California registration through reciprocity. (required)
At least 10 years of directly relevant engineering consulting experience, including significant client development and project management responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
Recognized technical expertise in environmental engineering, remediation engineering, water resources engineering, geotechnical infrastructure engineering, civil infrastructure, or a closely related engineering practice area. (required)
Demonstrated experience developing, managing, and delivering complex engineering design, design-build, construction support, remediation, infrastructure, or environmental engineering projects. (required)
Experience with contaminated soil, groundwater, sediment, soil vapor, vapor intrusion, remedy design, remedy construction, and operations and maintenance of environmental project work. (required)
Strong understanding of California regulatory frameworks, permitting processes, client drivers, and regional market opportunities, including DTSC, Regional Water Quality Control Boards, CUPAs, CERCLA, RCRA, CalEPA programs, and local agency requirements. (required)
Demonstrated success developing client relationships, leading business development efforts, winning work, and growing consulting services. (required)
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring early-, mid-, and senior-level professionals. (required)
Strong project, program, and financial management experience, including scope, budgets, resources, schedules, profitability, risk, quality, and client satisfaction. (required)
Experience preparing and supervising technical reports, proposals, engineering work scopes, pricing, budgets, and project performance metrics. (required)
Ability to work collaboratively and influence across offices, practices, and disciplines, including with senior leadership, clients, regulators, teaming partners, contractors, and staff without direct reporting relationships. (required)
Strong oral and written communication, technical writing, presentation, negotiation, and client engagement skills. (required)
Strategic lateral thinking, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced consulting environment. (required)
Experience supporting major industrial, municipal, energy, solid waste, transportation, development, or government clients. (preferred)
Established professional network and client relationships within California engineering, environmental, water, infrastructure, or remediation markets. (preferred)
Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred)
Valid U.S. driver’s license and satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability insurance
401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Sick
Personal paid time off