Waterfront Engineer/Project Manager

Description

Your role at GEI.

GEI is seeking individuals aligned with our culture to join our growing and industry leading waterfront and coastal design group. If you're interested in a rewarding career and having the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most complex waterfront infrastructure projects in the Northeast, we encourage you to apply and find success at GEI.

Our waterfront and coastal design group is currently seeking a Project Manager / Waterfront Engineer for our Glastonbury, CT office. This role is an opportunity to partner with senior technical experts in our Franklin, MA office to drive solutions for our government, commercial development and energy clients across the country. You will work on a variety of coastal and waterfront projects including community waterfronts, marinas, marine terminals, recreational piers, harbors, and waterfront parks.

Role Description:

• Manage a variety of waterfront / coastal projects with varying levels of 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, specifications, cost estimates, and reports
• Manage on-site field staff during the implementation phase of projects 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 lead role securing new work for a growing component of our business, including proposal preparation, client development, and networking
• Mentor, coach and develop junior staff

Minimum Requirements:

• B.S or M.S. in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 8-10 years of experience working on waterfront design projects with structural aspects. Prior experience in marine, bridge, or heavy civil engineering design is preferred.
• Registered professional engineer in Connecticut or Massachusetts, or ability to obtain reciprocity in Connecticut or Massachusetts 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 Qualifications:

• Strong structural design experience with steel and concrete, as well as a working knowledge of geotechnical engineering to assist in the design of soil / structure interaction elements (e.g. bulkheads, retaining walls, and piles).
• Ability to manage small to medium projects in all phases of engineering design including field investigations (to include structural assessments of existing conditions), preliminary designs, regulatory approvals, final design, and development of contract documents.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team setting to integrate in-house structural, geotechnical, and environmental capabilities to create interconnected design instruments.
• Experience with the laws and regulations governing the MA/CT public procurement process.
• Experience with regulatory/environmental permitting associated with waterfront infrastructure projects.
• Experience with establishment of flood design elevation, wave analysis, and wave loadings on coastal structures is a plus.
• Knowledge of hydraulic modelling for stormwater collection systems and coastal outfall structure design is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Completed NCEES national record with ability to obtain reciprocity in other New England states, as needed.

We 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 nearly 60 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.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As a 100% 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.

GEI's Total Rewards Package

• 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...

Physical Job Requirements

Sedentary

X

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

(0-50 lbs)

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

(0-50 lbs)

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

Bending

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

Squat/kneel/crawl

X

Wrist position deviation

X

Pinching/fine motor skills

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X

Taste or smell (taste=never)

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Environmental Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks):

Usual workday hours:

X

8

X

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.