Senior Engineer / Senior Consultant

GEI Consultants, Inc; Appleton (WI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

Profit sharing and 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Industry events and professional dues

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc in Appleton, WI seeks a senior civil/geotechnical Project Manager to lead complex projects across multiple client sectors. You will oversee permitting, design, and construction QA while steering proposal efforts and key client relationships.

The role demands 15+ years in civil/geotechnical engineering, PE licensure, and proven business development skills. Hybrid work is available, with travel as needed to support projects and client engagements.

Qualifications

• 15 years of professional experience in civil or geotechnical engineering; project management experience including proposal preparation and budgeting.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations; proven business development skills.
• Ability to manage a group of engineers and contribute to expanding GEI’s Appleton office.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical aspects for site civil, geotechnical, or water resources projects including permitting, design, contract document prep, and construction QA.
• Lead proposal teams; develop and maintain client/account relationships.
• Mentor staff, provide technical leadership and risk management; recruit/train additional staff.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Leadership

Business development

Regulatory knowledge

Education

B.S. in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

M.S. degree (plus)

PE Certification

Job description

• Manage the technical aspects for site civil, geotechnical, or water resources engineering projects including tasks such as permitting, design, contract document preparation, construction engineering, and construction quality assurance for the any of the following client sectors: Mining, Solid Waste, Power Generation, Industrial, Manufacturing, Municipal, or Transportation
• Prepare technical scopes of work for proposals and projects, project budgets, requests for proposals for contractors, and technical reports
• Lead proposal teams and presentations. Develop and Maintain Client/Account Relationships
• Lead and participate on multi-disciplinary, multi-geographic project teams
• Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participation in client-based professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events
• Manage projects and mentor staff which includes providing technical leadership, oversight, and risk management.
• Assist in recruiting and training additional staff
• Some overnight travel may be required

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. degreein Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related field. M.S, degree a plus.
• PE certification required
• 15 years of previous professional experience in civil or geotechnical engineering; Project Management experience, including proposal preparation and budgeting; knowledge of state and federal regulations; proven business development skills.
• Strong fundamental knowledge of principles of civil/water resources/geotechnical engineering.
• Recognized for technical excellence and development of client-focused, creative, and practical solutions.
• Experience and/or ability to manage a group of engineers and willingness to help expand an engineering practice in GEI’s Appleton office.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license

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:

X

Sedentary

Light

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

6-8 hours

Standing

0-1 hour

Walking

0-1 hour

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

Carrying objects

0-1 hour

Push/pull

X

Twisting

0-1 hour

0-1 hour

Reaching forward

0-1 hour

Reaching overhead

0-1 hour

X

3-5 hours

1-2 hours

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

6-8 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

0-1 hour

Talk or hear

6-8 hours

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

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