GEI Consultants, Inc. · 2 days ago
Waterfront & Coastal Engineering Practice Leader
Portland, ME
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expGEI Consultants, Inc. is dedicated to designing resilient and sustainable waterfronts. They are seeking an experienced Waterfront & Coastal Engineering Practice Leader to lead diverse projects related to marine infrastructure and coastal resilience while managing a nationwide team of experts.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
You’ll lead and contribute to a diverse range of projects, including:
Marine infrastructure - ports, piers, marinas, ferry terminals, and waterfront facilities
Coastal resilience and stabilization - beach nourishment, dune restoration, living shorelines, seawalls, revetments, and bulkheads
Waterfront planning and adaptation - integrating climate change and sea level rise strategies into harbor improvement and community growth initiatives
Facility inspections and assessments - supporting in-house engineer-diver and drone teams to evaluate and rehabilitate critical structures
You’ll lead, manage, and design projects in partnership with GEI’s nationwide team of structural, coastal, and environmental experts
Expand our waterfront and coastal engineering practice by cultivating new and existing clients and markets, while also cross-selling GEI’s core services across environmental, water resources, ecological, and civil engineering
Serve as a technical leader and mentor, support recruiting, staff development, and team management
Lead proposal development; maintain strong visibility in the marketplace through ongoing client engagement, participation in professional organizations, and presentations at industry events
Manage a variety of waterfront and coastal engineering projects
Develop and oversee project plans, schedules, and budgets
Serve as a technical lead for the design of waterfront structures, including preparation of construction drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and engineering reports
Contribute to strategic planning efforts at the office, regional, and national levels
Qualification
Required
Proven success in growing and leading practice, including mentoring and developing staff
B.S. in Structural or Civil Engineering (M.S. preferred)
15+ years of experience in structural, civil, or coastal engineering
Registered professional engineer in Maine, or ability to obtain within 6 months of joining GEI
Strong design experience in concrete, steel, timber, and aluminum structures
Familiarity with permitting at local, state, and federal levels
Experience managing interdisciplinary design teams
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
A valid U.S. driver's license and willingness to travel for site work (some overnight trips)
Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions
Preferred
Extensive experience in the Maine waterfront practice with a well-established professional network
Significant experience in the New England Region and a well-established professional network
Benefits
Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
Rewards and Recognition
GEI-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 Inclusion
And More…
Company
GEI Consultants, Inc.
GEI Consultants, Inc., one of the nation’s leading geotechnical, environmental, water resources, and ecological science and engineering firms, has provided a broad range of consulting and engineering services on over 50,000 projects in 50 states and 22 countries.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Swaminathan Srinivasan, P.E.
Chief Operating Officer
Scott Wallington
SVP/Chief Development Officer
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