Senior Project Analyst

GEI Consultants, Inc.; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 223,502,000 - 234,963,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

401(k)

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. in Sacramento seeks a Senior Project Analyst to lead emergency management planning, training, and multi‑agency coordination.

You will oversee EOP/EAP development, design and execute HSEEP exercises, and manage complex contracts with a focus on resilience and public safety. You will mentor staff, coordinate with engineers and dam safety specialists, and support client activations, including potential deployment in ICS roles.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in water resources, emergency management, or related analytics.
• 10+ years in high‑level facilitation and curriculum development for public safety.
• 5+ years designing and facilitating emergency management exercises.
• Completion of ICS 100/120/130/200, IS 700, IS 800 training courses.

Responsibilities

• Lead Emergency Management Planning and review EOPs/EAPs, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Direct HSEEP lifecycle and develop exercise playbooks, tools, and AARs.
• Manage complex emergency management and water resources contracts as PM/TO.
• Foster multi‑agency coordination and provide field support during activations.

Skills

Emergency management

Project management

Curriculum development

Facilitation

Multi‑agency coordination

ICS/NIMS familiarity

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP certification

CEDP certification

Master Instructor certification

Tools

Everbridge

Job description

Your role at GEI.

We are seeking a Senior Project Analyst to join the Integrated Water Management Group in our Sacramento office. This position offers opportunities to lead and contribute to a broad range of water resources planning, public safety training, and emergency management initiatives.

Description

The Senior Project Analyst is a seasoned professional capable of applying advanced emergency management standards, project analysis, and technical evaluation. This role requires independent judgment in developing emergency management initiatives, leading multi‑disciplinary project teams, delivering HSEEP-aligned training exercises, and supporting complex multi‑agency coordination efforts.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

Emergency Management & Planning Leadership

• Oversee the development, review, and updates of Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), Emergency Operations Center (EOC) manuals, other Emergency Management Plans, and technical studies in strict compliance with FERC, Cal OES Division of Dam Safety, SEMS, NIMS,  ICS, and the California State Emergency Plan.
• Provide high-level guidance, facilitation, and leadership during client emergency response, post‑disaster recovery, and federal/state cost recovery activities.
• Evaluate utility infrastructure and cybersecurity assets (including NERC CIP awareness) to verify regulatory compliance and overall risk mitigation.

Exercise Design, Instructional Leadership, & Training

• Direct the complete Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) lifecycle, including designing, developing, and executing tabletop, functional, full‑scale exercises, seminars, and workshops.
• Lead curriculum modernization, training policy creation, and adult learning workshops for public safety, emergency response, and client personnel.
• Lead the development of comprehensive exercise materials such as playbooks, simulation tools, evaluation guides, and executive presentations.
• Facilitate post‑exercise evaluations and author final After‑Action Reports (AARs) and Improvement Plans (IPs).

Project Execution & Task Order Management

• Serve as Project Manager or Task Order Manager on complex emergency management and water resources contracts, taking responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, quality control, and deliverable tracking.
• Manage and mentor project staff, fostering professional development while coordinating with registered civil engineers, flood management, and dam safety specialists.
• Facilitate stakeholder workshops, risk assessments, and multi‑disciplinary project alignment meetings across state and local public safety agencies.
• Provide responsive technical and field support during client emergency activations, including potential deployment in Incident Command System (ICS) or Planning Section roles.

Business Development & Capture Strategy

• Maintain strong client relationships and serve as a primary contact across multi‑agency initiatives.
• Drive business development efforts by leading capture strategies, client needs assessments, proposal preparation, project cost estimation, and scope development to expand emergency management services.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team of motivated professionals committed to delivering high quality and effective products and services to our clients across the West Coast.

Experience Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience working on water resources, emergency management, dam safety, public safety, or other related analytical projects.
• 10+ years’ experience in high‑level facilitation and curriculum development for public safety and emergency management professionals.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience designing, executing, and facilitating emergency management exercises.
• Completion of ICS 100, ICS 120, ICS 130, ICS 200, IS 700, and IS 800 training courses.

Education And Certification Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Master degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or a related field (completed or in progress) strongly preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.
• Certified Emergency Disaster Professional (CEDP) required.
• Master Instructor certification or equivalent required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Superior written and verbal communication skills, including executive briefing, technical writing, and workshop facilitation capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project financials, deliverables, and multi‑priority schedules under state agency contracts.
• Familiarity with emergency mass notification platforms (e.g., Everbridge), public safety communications, and critical infrastructure protection standards.
• Ability to work independently as a practice leader and collaboratively within multi‑disciplinary technical teams.
• Valid 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
• Pay Range For This Position: $78.00 - $82.00/hour
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well‑Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• 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
• And More…

Physical Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands

Sedentary

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Occasional (0-35% of day)

Frequent (33-66% of day)

Continuous (67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting X

Standing X

Walking X

Climbing X

Lifting (floor to waist level) X

Lifting (waist level and above) X

Carrying objects X

Push/pull X

Twisting X

Bending X

Reaching forward X

Reaching overhead X

Squat/kneel/crawl X

Wrist position deviation X

Pinching/fine motor skills X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion X

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

Color Discrimination X

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception X

Hearing X

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens X

Chemical X

Airborne communicable diseases X

Extreme temperatures X

Radiation X

Uneven surfaces or elevations X

Extreme noise levels X

Dust/particulate matter X

Other (exposure Risks) X

Usual workday hours 8 10 12 Other work hours

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