Senior Marine Project Leader - Waterfront Infra

COWI

Oakland (CA)

Hybrid

USD 121,600 - 193,800

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangement
Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave
3 weeks vacation to start
Floating holiday
Paid sick leave
Annual fitness subsidy
401(k) contribution matching
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life Insurance

Job summary

COWI is seeking a Leading Marine Project Manager to join our team in Oakland, California. This position involves providing senior leadership across project delivery, client relationships, and business development in marine and coastal projects.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Coastal Engineering and at least 10 years of experience. We offer flexible working arrangements, generous benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in marine, waterfront, or heavy civil infrastructure.
  • Demonstrated experience leading complex, multidisciplinary projects.
  • Background in business development and team leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver complex waterfront and marine infrastructure projects.
  • Provide project management leadership across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Serve as the primary client interface, managing contracts and fee negotiations.
  • Manage project commercial performance with a focus on profitability.
  • Support business development activities to grow the California market.
  • Mentor and develop staff while contributing to local office growth.

Skills

Project management leadership
Client relationship management
Financial and commercial performance
Mentoring and development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Coastal Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

COWI is seeking a Leading Marine Project Manager to join our team in Oakland, California. This position involves providing senior leadership across project delivery, client relationships, and business development in marine and coastal projects.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Coastal Engineering and at least 10 years of experience. We offer flexible working arrangements, generous benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

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