Civil Engineer

GEI Consultants, Inc; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive compensation

Annual bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Well-being program & parental leave

Hybrid work schedules

GEI University education assistance

401(k) & profit sharing

Paid holidays & generous PTO

Ownership opportunity

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. seeks a senior civil engineer in Southern California to lead field and design efforts for water resource facilities and conveyances. Responsibilities include preparing reports, drawings, specs, and estimates; supervising staff; and contributing to project delivery and client relations.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical excellence, and active participation in business development across multiple projects and offices.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer in California (PE).
• 20+ years in general civil design including pipelines.
• Experience managing PEs and EITs with multiple deadlines.
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and design expertise for water conveyance projects including pipelines.
• Develop quality scope, fee, reports, plans, specs, and estimates for multiple projects.
• Supervise engineering staff, technicians, and other staff.
• Review design and construction practices for quality control.
• Attend project meetings and work in a team or independently.
• Support meetings with internal staff and external clients.
• Participate in and lead business development activities and office growth.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Business development

Education

PE California

Job description

GEI’s Southern California offices (Bakersfield, Pasadena, and Carlsbad) are currently seeking a senior level Civil Engineer with a background in civil, agricultural or water resources engineering. This individual will lead field and engineering planning and design efforts related to water resource facilities and water conveyances; preparing and overseeing design reports, engineering drawings and specifications, project cost estimates, and engineering support during construction.

• Provide oversight and design expertise for water conveyance projects including pipelines.
• Provide oversight for the development of quality scope, fee, reports, plans, specifications and estimates for multiple projects
• Supervise engineering staff, technicians and or other technical staff.
• Review and evaluate design and construction practices
• Attend project meetings and work in a team environment or independently
• Identify need and support meetings with internal staff and external clients
• Participate and lead business development activities and contribute to both office and practice growth.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer in California
• Twenty years of experience or more in general civil design including pipelines.
• Familiarity and/or experience with detailed design, plans, and specifications preparation.
• Experience managing PE’s and EIT’s with multiple project deadlines and client requirements.
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills

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 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 sitehere .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $170,000.00 – $180,000.00/year
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• 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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

Light

x

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

4-6 hours

Standing

2 hours

Walking

2 hours

Climbing

30 min.

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

20lbs

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

20lbs

Carrying objects

x

Push/pull

x

Twisting

x

10 min

Reaching forward

10 min

Reaching overhead

10 min

10 min

x

x

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

4-6 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

x

Talk or hear

x

Yes

No

Not Applicable

x

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

x

Hearing

x

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

x

Chemical

x

x

Extreme temperatures

x

Radiation

x

Uneven surfaces or elevations

x

x

Dust/particular matter

x

Other (exposure risks):

8

x

10

12

Other work hours

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