Senior Civil Engineer

GEI Consultants, Inc; Bloomfield (NJ); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

Profit sharing

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Well-being program

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to provide leadership across our energy infrastructure, transportation, and buildings practices. You will guide planning, design, and construction with a strong emphasis on client relationships and business development.

The role requires 15+ years in civil engineering with a decade in project management, PE license, and proven ability to lead substantial projects and client accounts. Hybrid or flexible work arrangements are supported.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of civil engineering experience with 10+ years in a project management role.
• Professional Engineering license required.
• B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field; M.S. preferred.
• Experience with agency permitting, contract and construction management, and contract plan/spec preparation.
• Ability to testify before local boards when necessary.
• Senior leader with a track record of client-focused, practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide program or project level management and technical guidance for planning, design, and construction of civil projects.
• Maintain high visibility through regular client contact and industry engagement.
• Develop business by leveraging relationships with civil engineering clients and infrastructure programs.
• Assist in recruiting, mentoring, and training staff.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Client relations

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

M.S. preferred

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to add technical, project management, and business development expertise to our team. This individual will support our growing civil engineering practice within our energy infrastructure, transportation, and buildings practices across the company.

• Provide program or project level management and technical guidance for planning, design, and construction of projects involving civil engineering elements, including site plan development and permitting, feasibility analysis, site layout design, site and roadway grading, earthwork analysis, stormwater management system design, soil erosion and sediment control design.
• Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participation in client-based professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events.
• Develop business by leveraging relationships and knowledge of civil engineering clients, programs, and infrastructure.
• Assist in recruiting, mentoring, and training staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in civil engineering with extensive technical background in field of expertise and at least 10+ years in a project management role.
• B.S. degreein Civil Engineering or related field. M.S. preferred.
• Professional Engineering license required.
• Demonstrated experience with agency permitting, contract and construction management, and contract plan and specification preparation.
• Ability to testify before local boards on behalf of client projects when necessary.
• Senior leader recognized for technical excellence and the development of client-focused, creative, and practical solutions.
• Demonstrated success leading and managing substantial civil engineering projects and accounts.
• Successful Seller-Doer with existing relationships and knowledge of civil engineering clients, programs, and infrastructure.
• Collegial team builder with excellent leadership skills.
• Travel between offices and project/client sites. Some overnight travel may be required.

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 site here .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• 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
• 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

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

x

Far Vision

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.