Senior Structural Engineer

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc.; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and hands-on training

Ongoing professional development

Company stock ownership opportunities

Competitive, subsidized benefits

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to work in its Northeast Offices in Providence, RI. This role involves managing complex waterfront and coastal infrastructure projects, requiring 10+ years of experience in structural design and analysis. The ideal candidate will possess an MSc. or Ph.D. in civil engineering and strong communication skills. Benefits include mentorship, company stock ownership opportunities, and competitive benefits packages.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in structural design and analysis of waterfront and marine structures.
• Familiarity with corrosion protection, marine materials, and durability design in coastal environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a multi-disciplinary project team.
• Conduct structural analyses and design calculations.
• Lead construction phase services, including QA/QC.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Project management

Technical expertise in structural design

Education

MSc. or Ph.D. in civil or structural engineering

Professional Engineering license

Tools

RISA

LPILE

Job description

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to support and grow the waterfront and coastal engineering practice in GZA’s Northeast Offices (Providence, RI preferred). This role offers the opportunity to work on complex and engaging projects in dynamic waterfront and coastal environments, alongside a collaborative team of multi-disciplinary professionals.

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will work with a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex waterfront and coastal infrastructure projects. These projects include assessment and design of rehabilitation and/or replacement of waterfront structures including piers, wharves, bulkheads, seawalls, docks, mooring and berthing systems, and other coastal structures. The position also requires the individual to represent GZA in client interactions from proposal development, contracting and project performance phases and to be responsible for day-to-day execution of technical, risk-management and financial aspects of each project. The growth aspect of this role will involve working with other GZA’s leaders, corporate marketing and communications team to build the practice and further establish GZA’s services within the local market. The role will require strategic planning activities and professional networking, and the development and mentoring of staff. The candidate should be self-motivated, well organized, detail oriented, quality focused, safety-minded, and must be able to multi-task.

GZA is an employee-owned company. The role includes ownership opportunities within the firm and the potential for position advancement based on performance.

Key Duties

• Managing a multi-disciplinary project team (including structural, geotechnical, and coastal professionals), delegating to office and field staff
• Conducting both internal and client communications
• Monitoring team and project performance for compliance with contractual agreements and budgets
• Managing/Designing/Reviewing new and rehabilitated waterfront structures
• Conducting and reviewing structural analyses and design calculations for waterfront structures
• Overseeing structural condition assessments, load rating, and asset management evaluations for existing marine infrastructure
• Coordinating with geotechnical and coastal engineers on foundation design, wave/current loading, and resilience considerations
• Leading construction phase services, including submittal review, construction oversight and QA/QC, and contractor coordination
• Leading and assisting with waterfront and coastal business development initiatives
• Preparing proposals, technical reports, and design documentation with Principal guidance and review
• Coordinating and leading team meetings with project staff and clients

Qualifications

• MSc. or Ph.D. in civil or structural engineering (with a focus on marine and waterfront structures preferred)
• PE. license preferred (S.E. license a plus)
• Professional licensure or the ability to obtain the licensing within the next 6 months
• 10+ years of experience in structural design and analysis of waterfront and marine structures
• Strong knowledge of relevant codes and standards (e.g., ACI, ASCE, PIANC, UFC, and other relevant guidelines)
• Experience with structural analysis and design software (e.g., RISA, LPILE, or similar tools)
• Experience with climate resilience, adaptation strategies, and design for coastal hazards (e.g., storm surge, sea level rise)
• Familiarity with corrosion protection, marine materials, and durability design in coastal environments
• Relevant local experience with regulatory knowledge and working relationships with the New England business community, and federal, state, and local agencies
• Demonstrate professional judgment, consistency, strong attention to detail, and background of high-quality work products
• Doer-seller aptitude with industry knowledge
• Ability to collaborate in a multi-office, team environment
• Self-motivated, detail oriented, safety-minded, and able to multi-task
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with clients, design team members, contractors, and construction managers

Benefits

• Mentorship and hands-on training from industry experts
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals on complex and prominent projects
• Ongoing professional development and enrichment
• A dynamic, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for company stock ownership
• Competitive, company-subsidized benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Small firm feel with a larger firm reputation and resources

The base salary for this position may range between 125,000 and 155,000. The actual base salary and total compensation will depend on many factors, including location, candidate experience, education, professional licensure, and other qualifications.

GZA is an employee‑owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of over 60 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environment. We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on environmental, geotechnical, water, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high‑level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client types, and project locations.

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is an affirmative/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.