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Universal Engineering Sciences Construction Materials Principal Engineer in Kennesaw, Georgia
Overview
At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.
Overview:
UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education.
Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships.
As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence.
Responsibilities
As a Construction Materials Principal Engineer , you strive to lead both your team and your profits. You have a dynamic and extensive background in the CMT field and are capable of completing an array of different tasks. The consulting side of our business is what you thrive on; CMT, project management, investigations, and reviews have made up a large portion of your career. The junior and senior engineering staff looks to you for mentoring both technically and in building client relationships. Your positive interactions with clients as well as business development skills contribute tremendously to the success of UES.
Managing and mentoring of CMT/geotechnical engineering staff
Working with both construction materials testing (CMT) and geotechnical team and projects
Senior-level review and preparation of reports
Client and business development, as well as assisting other staff in marketing our services
Construction Materials Testing in a consulting setting
Taking the lead in marketing and business development
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
20+ years of Construction Materials Testing (CMT) or Geotechnical engineering
Professional Engineer (P.E.) License
Team leading/ management experience preferred
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must reside within commutable distance of our company location. Remote work or relocation assistance is not available for this role. Applications originating from outside the continental U.S. will NOT be considered.
Who We Are
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Location US-GA-Kennesaw
ID 2025-1305
Position Type Full-Time
**Requisition Post Information
- : Post End Date** 1/1/2026