Associate to Principal-level Pavement Engineer GRI is seeking an Associate to Principal-level Pavement Engineer to join our growing team and provide technical leadership, project oversight, and strategic growth in our pavement engineering practice. This senior-level position will lead projects involving pavement management, pavement rehabilitation and design, airfield pavements, forensic investigations, and construction management, while also playing a key role in business development, client relationships, and staff mentoring.
Key Responsibilities Technical & Project Leadership- Serve as technical lead and project manager for pavement engineering projects, including roadway and airfield pavement evaluations, rehabilitation, and new design.
- Lead pavement management programs, including PCI data collection, analysis, and long-term capital planning.
- Oversee and perform pavement design using AASHTO 1993, Mechanistic-Empirical Pavement Design Guide (MEPDG) methodologies, FAA pavement design standards, and UFC pavement design standards.
- Review and interpret FWD backcalculation, GPR survey, and other advanced pavement evaluation data.
- Provide expert input on forensic pavement investigations and rehabilitation strategies.
- Oversee field investigations, data collection, and quality assurance.
- Oversee construction administration services for pavements including; construction observations, material selection and testing, collaboration with contractors to confirm compliance with plans and specifications, and post construction testing to evaluate the efficiency of applied methods
Business Development & Client Management- Lead and support business development efforts, including proposal strategy, scope development, fee estimates, and client interviews.
- Maintain and grow long-term client relationships with public agencies, airports, and civil primes.
- Attend and present at AEC conferences to support business development.
- Identify market opportunities and contribute to the strategic growth of GRI's pavement practice.
Staff Management & Mentorship- Manage and mentor engineering staff, providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and career development support.
- Review technical work products for quality, consistency, and compliance with industry standards.
- Promote a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
Communication & Deliverables- Prepare, review, and approve technical reports, memoranda, and presentations.
- Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to clients, stakeholders, and staff.
Minimum Required Qualifications- M.S. in Civil Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license (Oregon or ability to obtain by comity).
- 15+ years of experience in pavement engineering.
- Proven experience managing projects, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid driver's license.
- Experience in construction administration including; construction observations, responding to RFI's, and review of submittals.
- Extensive experience in:
- Pavement management systems (e.g., PAVER, StreetSaver)
- Roadway and airfield pavement design and rehabilitation
- AASHTO 1993 and MEPDG pavement design
Preferred Skills & Experience- Experience with ESRI ArcGIS.
- Extensive experience with FAA pavement design standards and airfield pavement management.
- Experience overseeing field and laboratory testing programs.
- Strong leadership skills with a collaborative management style.
Physical Requirements- Ability to use computers, tablets, and mobile devices.
- Perform site visits that may include walking, standing, climbing, or crawling for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally. • Ability to travel to project sites as required.
Compensation & Benefits GRI offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and role.
- Generous PTO accrual and 9 paid holidays.
- 401(k) with immediate company contribution.
- 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance.
- Eligibility for annual bonuses.
- Continuing education and professional development reimbursement.
