Senior Waterfront & Coastal Project Leader

Geosyntec Consultants; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants in Mount Pleasant, SC, seeks a Senior Waterfront or Coastal Professional to support our coastal engineering and waterfront practice. You will develop business, manage clients and projects, and contribute to marina, coastal restoration, and climate adaptation initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in coastal consultancy, strong English communication, proficiency in ArcGIS/AutoCAD, fieldwork readiness, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years (10+ years preferred) of experience in a consulting environment in the coastal/waterfront industry.
• Exceptional social skills and outstanding oral and written communication skills, in English.
• Proficiency with mapping or drafting software such as ArcGIS or AutoCAD.
• Ability and willingness to perform fieldwork and overnight travel.
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.
• Regular field work and overnight travel.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel.
• Valid passport (or eligibility obtain) and ability/willingness to travel internationally to support project work.

Responsibilities

• Develop business and manage clients and projects in coastal projects including beach nourishment, shoreline stabilization, dredging, environmental restoration and mitigation, etc.
• Task and project management, including waterfront and coastal engineering investigations and planning work, budgeting and budget management, adherence to schedule, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability;
• Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the waterfront and coastal engineering work in marine related projects;
• Management and mentoring of junior staff and managing subcontractors;
• Work plan development, data evaluation, and report writing;
• Reviewing and managing written document production; and
• Preparing for and participating in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties.
• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Skills

Communication

Field work

Overnight travel

Client management

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/coastal/environmental engineering

Advanced degree (preferred)

Professional registration (EIT/PE) (preferred)

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants in Mount Pleasant, SC, seeks a Senior Waterfront or Coastal Professional to support our coastal engineering and waterfront practice. You will develop business, manage clients and projects, and contribute to marina, coastal restoration, and climate adaptation initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in coastal consultancy, strong English communication, proficiency in ArcGIS/AutoCAD, fieldwork readiness, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.