Senior Civil/Water Resources Engineer

GEI Consultants, Inc; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Hybrid work schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Profit sharing

401(k)

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. in Glastonbury, CT, seeks a driven Senior Civil, Geotechnical, or Water Resources Engineer to add technical, project management, and business development expertise to our Water Control and Conveyance team.

You will mentor the team while providing high‑level technical support to clients and industry experts. Responsibilities include designing site/civil development plans, managing permitting, and leading development sites with utilities, flood control, and coastal resiliency

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil/Geotechnical/Water Resources or related field.
• Professional Engineering license required.
• 10+ years progressive Civil/Geotechnical experience; 5+ years in PM and client management.
• Knowledge of Municipal/State contracts, flood regulations, FEMA levee accreditation, and permits.
• Strong leadership, communication, report and proposal writing, and business development skills.
• Willingness to travel periodically.

Responsibilities

• Design site/civil development plans addressing permitting and zoning requirements.
• Lead development sites with utilities, flood control, coastal resiliency, and land improvements.
• Provide high‑level technical assistance to experts and clients.
• Mentor and guide the next generation of engineers.
• Contribute to business development and client relationships throughout project cycles.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Leadership

Communication

Report writing

Proposal writing

Presentations

Client relationship management

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Civil/Geotechnical/Water Resources Engineering

Professional Engineering license

10+ years Civil/Geotechnical engineering; 5+ years PM/leadership

Job description

Location: Glastonbury, CT, United States

Our Glastonbury, CT office is seeking a driven and experienced Senior Civil, Geotechnical, or Water Resources Engineer to add technical, project management, and business development expertise to our growing Water Control and Conveyance team. The ideal candidate will provide high level technical assistance to our current industry experts and clients, while also helping mentor and guide the team of the future.

Design of site/civil development plans addressing federal and state permitting, and local jurisdiction planning and zoning requirements. Development sites will include utility, flood control, coastal resiliency/structures and land/site development property improvements and infrastructure. Must possess strong leadership and communication skills and be proficient in report and proposal writing, presentations, and business development.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Civil, Structural, Water Resources or Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineering license required.
• 10+ years progressive experience in Civil or Geotechnical engineering with extensive technical background in field of expertise and at least 5+ years in a project management role and client relationship management role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Municipal and State contract knowledge, Flood Plain Regulations, FEMA Levee Accreditation, Transmission Line Construction, and Coastal Permitting;
• Advanced technical skills in one or more of water resources related fields including flood control design and inspection, dams and levees, water conveyance, stormwater management, hydraulics/ hydrological analysis, coastal structures, flood plain management and site development, and mechanical systems related to water resources.
• Ability to design and oversee design including layout, drainage, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, etc. from concept through design and permitting, and to completion;
• Experience with cost estimating for civil engineering projects
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and development of state and federal permit documents including USACE 408 Permitting, USACE 404 Permitting, CT DEEP 401 Permitting, and CT DEEP Dam Safety
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities;
• Ability and willingness to travel periodically

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with Amtrak and other rail projects;

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
• 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

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