Principal Engineer (Geotechnical/Materials Testing) - RMA Companies : Job Details

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

RMA is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, for project delivery, and engineered solutions for asset management. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve.

We are a national firm with a global reach serving national and international clients from 30+ offices located in 10 states and are ranked on ENR's Top 500 list alongside the nation's top firms.

With a 60-year history, RMA has a passion for high-end services, constant innovation, and investment in the development of world-class laboratory facilities, and interactive management technologies. Each member of our staff is committed to service, innovation, and the success of our clients.

This position will be working out of our office in Fresno, CA.

Job Summary:

RMA is seeking a full-time Sr. Materials Engineer/Geotechnical Engineer to help grow the office located in Fresno, California. The ideal candidate will have the demonstrated experience to further develop RMA's expertise in providing analyses, guidance, and solutions to contractors, municipalities, transportation agencies, utility providers, education institutions, and healthcare clients in the areas of geological and environmental engineering, construction materials testing/inspection, and stormwater management services.

Duties:

• Perform the functions including overseeing Engineering Department and Project Managers, managing the revenue and cost for budgeted profitability, assist in the hiring and maintaining staff, AR & WIP management oversight for the department, safety leader and required safety culture per the company requirements.
• Assist with providing market analysis and clear strategic vision for the department.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and direction to managers within the department.
• Assist in the development of the office to provide the full complement of services that RMA Companies provides.
• Continuous evaluation of the group's strengths and weaknesses. Develop plans to overcome the weakness and promote the strengths of the organization.
• Actively work with other managers and offices to develop synergies with common clients, work force, etc.
• Develop relationships with new potential Client's to maintain a steady backlog of work and increase the existing Client base.
• Develop and maintain existing and past clients for future work.
• Provide timely responses to all proposals that management determines are worthy of pursuing.
• Assist in the hiring and onboarding staff, supervisory responsibilities including conducting performance reviews.

Education/Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Minimum of 15 years progressive experience with 5 or more years of proven experience managing projects and client relationships.
• B.S. Degree in Engineering in Civil preferred.
• Demonstrated history of growing a business with positive client satisfaction.
• Proven results in meeting internal or external client requirements for Scope, Schedule, Budget, and Quality.
• Knowledge and experience leading, developing, and managing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate across all levels of the company.
• Highly organized, self-motivated and results driven with the ability to organize priorities and multi-task effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Certifications/Licenses:

• California PE/GE.

Compensation will depend on experience, education, and certifications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This Company is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal opportunity employment laws. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated on the basis of their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age 40 and over, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification which may be protected by federal, state, or local laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we specifically offer equal opportunity for all employees or job applicants who may have a physical or mental disability. Such persons will be hired on the basis of their ability to perform the essential functions of the job in question. Likewise, their work will be evaluated on their performance of these essential functions. We will offer reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, to the extent that Company resources allow without undue hardship. As part of our equal employment policy, there will be no wage differentials based on gender, between men and women employed in the same establishment, on jobs that require equal skill, effort, and responsibility, and which are performed under similar working conditions.