Waterfront & Coastal Engineer / Project Manager

DescriptionYour role at GEI.Our waterfront and coastal design group is seeking a Heavy Civil Structural Engineer Waterfront & Coastal Engineer Project Manager who has a desire to focus on Waterfront & Coastal Projects for our Mid-Atlantic offices. This role is an opportunity to partner with senior technical experts in our East Region and work on a variety of coastal and waterfront projects including community waterfronts, marinas, marine terminals, recreational piers, harbors, and waterfront parks.GEI is seeking individuals aligned with our culture to join our growing and industry leading waterfront and coastal design group. If you are interested in a rewarding career and having the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most complex waterfront infrastructure projects, we encourage you to apply and find success at GEI.Primary Responsibilities and DutiesManage a variety of heavy civil waterfront coastal projects with of varying complexity and size.Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets.Serve as a technical lead for the design of waterfront projects, including preparing construction drawings, contract documents, technical specifications, regulatory filings, cost estimates, and reports.Manage on-site field staff and act as the primary point of contact in discussions with clients and contractors.Provide technical direction and training to staff, as necessary to complete assignments.Take a significant role securing new work for a growing component of our business, including proposal preparation, client development, and networking.Mentor, coach, and develop junior staff.QualificationsB.S or M.S. in Civil, Waterfront, Coastal, or Structural Engineering, or equivalent.8+ years of experience working on waterfront and coastal design projects with structural aspects. Prior experience in marine, bridge, or heavy civil engineering design is preferred.Registered professional engineer within the Atlantic andor New England states, or ability to obtain reciprocity in within 1 year of hire date.Ability to travel for site visits inspections, client meetings, and business development opportunities (to include overnight travel, as needed)Possess a valid driver's license.Preferred QualificationsAbility to manage small to medium projects in all phases of engineering design including field investigations, preliminary designs, regulatory approvals, final design, and development of contract documents.Experience with regulatoryenvironmental permitting associated with waterfront infrastructure projects.Experience with coastal circulation and wave modeling programs assisting in the design of piers, docks, rip-rap revetments, seawalls, bulkheads, and marinas.Experience supporting beach nourishment and living shoreline projects.Knowledge of hydraulic modelling for stormwater collection systems and coastal outfall structure design is a plus.Excellent verbal and written communication skillsWe are GEI.Some of the world's most pressing problems - from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply - need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow. We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients' most complex challenges. With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.Employee-owned. Employee-focused. As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs - we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded - which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI's career site here.GEI's Total Rewards Package IncludesMarket-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance BonusComprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and MoreWell-Being Program and Paid Parental LeaveCommuter BenefitsHybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone StipendsGEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition ReimbursementConnecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for AdvancementSupport and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional LicensesPaid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off ProgramRewards and RecognitionGEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and InclusionAnd More...PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ENVIRONMENT Functional Demands: Sedentaryx LightMediumOtherActivity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row) Physical Activity RequirementsOccasional(0-35% of day)Frequent(33-66% of day)Continuous(67-100% of day)Not ApplicableSitting4-6 hours Standing4-6 hours Walking2-6 hours Climbing0-1 hours Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)0-30 pounds Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)0-10 pounds Carrying objects4-6 hours Pushpull0-1 hours Twisting1-2 hours Bending2-3 hours Reaching forward2-3 hours Reaching overhead1-2 hours Squatkneelcrawl2-4 hours Wrist position deviation0-1 hours Pinchingfine motor skills1-2 hours Keyboard userepetitive motion4-6 hours Taste or smell (taste=never)0-1 hours Talk or hear6-8 hours Accurate 2040 Very Accurate 2020 Not ApplicableNear Visionx Far Visionx YesNoNot Applicable Color Discriminationx Sensory Requirements MinimalModerateAccurateNot Applicable Depth perceptionx Hearingx Environment RequirementsOccupational Exposure Risk PotentialReasonably AnticipatedNot AnticipatedBlood borne pathogensx Chemicalx Airborne communicable diseasesx Extreme temperaturesx Radiationx Uneven surfaces or elevationsx Extreme noise levelsx Dustparticulate matterx Other (exposure risks): Usual workday hours:x 81012Other work hoursNote that typical ecological staff have highly variable schedules. On average, an ecological staff person may spend around two-thirds of their time in the office and one-third in the field. A typical field day may be 2-8 hours. A typical work week may have 1-2 field days.GEI is an AAequal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.

Created: 2025-02-18