Senior Coastal Scientist & Engineer — Resilience Leader

Integral Consulting Inc.; California; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Company-paid insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Integral Consulting Inc. is seeking a Senior Consultant or Principal-level Scientist to lead business development in coastal resilience across various projects. This role focuses on sea level rise and hazard modeling, requiring 15+ years of experience in coastal sciences and engineering. Candidates should possess an advanced degree in a relevant field and demonstrate strong project management, quantitative skills, and knowledge of nature-based solutions. The position allows for in-office, hybrid, or remote work opportunities, offering a competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $210,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in coastal sciences and engineering.
• Experience with nature‑based solutions.
• Strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts in coastal resilience.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and adaptation planning.
• Mentor staff and foster collaboration.

Skills

Coastal sciences

Business development

Project management

Quantitative analysis

Communication skills

Education

Advanced degree in oceanography or related field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

CAD

GIS

Job description

About You

You are an experienced and innovative coastal scientist or engineer with knowledge of coastal California and the Pacific coastal environment. You have an established network of colleagues and clients and enjoy business development, mentoring, and applying inventive approaches to solving coastal adaptation and management challenges. You are looking for a position where your ideas are leading the way in the firm and provide leadership in the coastal sciences as a whole. Experienced in the project lifecycle of consulting, you have developed a sound network of contacts, and are effective at conveying complex information to colleagues, stakeholders, and the public. A lifelong learner, you want to continue growing intellectually and professionally. Collaborating with colleagues with diverse expertise is exciting for you, though you are also comfortable working independently. Environmental ethics is amongst your strongest principles. A lifelong learner, you want to keep growing intellectually and professionally. You know how to prepare winning proposals and exceed clients’ expectations. Collaborating with colleagues with diverse expertise is exciting for you, and you are also comfortable working independently. People thrive under your coaching. Quality management and integrity are among your strongest principles.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

About You

You are an experienced and innovative coastal scientist or engineer with knowledge of coastal California and the Pacific coastal environment. You have an established network of colleagues and clients and enjoy business development, mentoring, and applying inventive approaches to solving coastal adaptation and management challenges. You are looking for a position where your ideas are leading the way in the firm and provide leadership in the coastal sciences as a whole. Experienced in the project lifecycle of consulting, you have developed a sound network of contacts, and are effective at conveying complex information to colleagues, stakeholders, and the public. A lifelong learner, you want to continue growing intellectually and professionally. Collaborating with colleagues with diverse expertise is exciting for you, though you are also comfortable working independently. Environmental ethics is amongst your strongest principles. A lifelong learner, you want to keep growing intellectually and professionally. You know how to prepare winning proposals and exceed clients’ expectations. Collaborating with colleagues with diverse expertise is exciting for you, and you are also comfortable working independently. People thrive under your coaching. Quality management and integrity are among your strongest principles.

About Integral

Integral Consulting Inc. is a science and engineering firm delivering sound technical solutions to meet today’s challenges in the health, environmental, and natural resource arenas. We are a values-driven collaborative team that is as passionate about company culture as we are about the work we do for our clients. Since our founding in 2002, we have operated with a demonstrated commitment to the well-being, diversity, and professional development of our staff and an equal commitment to strong partnerships with our clients and teaming partners. We are a company where people come to solve today’s toughest environmental challenges through innovative ideas, exceptional teamwork, and dedication to accuracy and technical quality.

About The Job

We are currently seeking a Senior Consultant or Principal-level Scientist or Engineer for our Marine, Coastal, Climate, and Technology business area with an emphasis in coastal resilience and ocean sciences. The candidate will lead business development efforts in coastal resilience while supporting multiple clients and projects focused on sea level rise and coastal hazard modeling, vulnerability assessments, and adaptation planning with a focus on nature-based solutions. The position will include working across practices within Integral, with other scientists and engineers with expertise in engineering, ecology, restoration, natural resource economics, toxicology, hydrogeology, and data management and visualization. Integral’s senior consultants and principals are leaders in the business, with clients, and within our teams. They are recognized both internally and externally for their technical expertise and strategic knowledge in one or more areas. Senior consultants typically achieve more than $400,000 in individual allocated net revenue. Principals have an annual goal of generating more than $1.25 million in individual net revenue through a combination of independent and collaborative business development efforts. Prior consulting experience is required.

This position may offer in-office, remote, or hybrid opportunities based on the candidate’s location and the needs of the organization.

Requirements

Responsibilities

As a coastal/ocean scientist or engineer, your job functions will include, but not be limited to:

• Business development and business planning
• Adaptation planning including feasibility, optimization, and pathway development
• Data synthesis, analysis, and interpretation
• Outreach in support of a wide array of clients
• Stakeholder and client interaction
• Project management
• Execution of technical work and client deliverables
• Staff mentorship and collaboration across business practices
  
  

Qualifications

Candidates should hold an advanced degree in oceanography, ocean or coastal engineering, or other marine science field. U.S. West Coast experience and networks are required. Professional licensure in related disciplines preferred.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Consulting experience along the West Coast with a working knowledge of coastal management agencies and an understanding of regulatory processes and policy
• 15+ years of professional experience in coastal sciences and engineering, coastal hydrodynamics, geomorphology, marine geology and geophysics and sea level rise and hazard adaptation
• Proven experience in business development including proposal writing, technical scopes and budgeting, and understanding of contracting processes
• Expertise in coastal hazards and coastal flood risk management
• Experience with nature-based solutions to address coastal ecosystem restoration and sea level rise adaptation and resilience
• Familiarity with coastal modeling and mapping
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python or MATLAB
• Familiarity with CAD and/or GIS
• Strong project management experience
• Strong quantitative and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• A desire to grow both intellectually and professionally
• Possess strong organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers
  
  

Compensation is commensurate with experience and internal equity. An employee’s total compensation package includes annual salary, company-subsidized (employee and family) medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) participation with a company match of 1% to 4% of annual compensation, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability insurance, paid sick leave (10 days), paid vacation (10 or/to 20 days; determined by title at hire), paid holidays (9 days) per year, and the potential for an annual discretionary bonus based on company performance. Paid time off will be prorated to reflect part-time scheduled hours, if applicable.

Integral Consulting Inc. is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer who provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, military, veteran, or Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act protected veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, genetic information (including testing or characteristics), or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment drives innovation and excellence, and we are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we live in and serve. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].

We are excited to connect with individuals who share our mission and values, and those who bring diverse contributions to our team. We value unique perspectives and skills, and encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement.

All offers of employment are contingent on candidates successfully passing an employment history screening, degree verification, and a federal, state, and county criminal background and Watch List screening. Candidates will receive a written notice of this requirement. All screenings will be done in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws.

Salary Description

$90,000 - $210,000