Along with a Project Manager, each project is assigned one or more Principal Professionals who are responsible for directing, reviewing and approving services that require engineering, architectural or scientific evaluation, interpretation, recommendation or professional judgment. To earn the title of Principal Professional, MACTEC personnel must meet stringent requirements, including…

	Eight to ten years of experience since receiving college degree, and at least one year with MACTEC under the guidance and mentoring of a Principal Professional.
	Successful completion of the following training: Basic Project Management Seminar Project Management – Principles and Practices Seminar Company Quality Assurance Training Session.
	Additional seminars or training sessions, such as Environmental Health & Safety, Contract Documents, etc., may be required.
	Demonstration of sufficient project experience, technical capability and management skills.
	Demonstration of ethical, professional conduct.
	Participation in professional or technical organizations at a local or higher level.
	Formal recommendation by Office Manager and Chief Engineer/Scientist.
	Approval by Review Board, which is appointed by the Director of Engineering and Science.

Under similar strict requirements, MACTEC also designates Principal Technicians, who provide technical expertise, guidance, training, peer reviews of proposals and reports, and assistance with safety and QA audits. Finally, the designation of Senior Principal Professional is reserved only for members of our staff with a senior level of competence and experience in their specialty discipline. They must have at least 15 years of experience in their discipline, be recognized as an expert within the professional community, and demonstrate exceptional leadership and management skills and a firm commitment to quality and client satisfaction.