Water Resources Senior Engineer & Practice Leader

GEI Consultants; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Hybrid Work Schedules

GEI University (GEIU)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays and PTO

Profit Sharing and 401(k)

Ownership opportunity

Job summary

GEI Consultants is seeking a Senior Water Engineer/Practice Leader in Virginia to drive growth in the Water Resource market across Western Virginia and surrounding areas. The role may be hybrid with periodic visits to Charlottesville and other regional offices.

You will lead technical teams, oversee projects, mentor staff, and contribute to recruitment while maintaining client relationships and market visibility. Overnight travel of 10–20% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering; MS preferred.
• 12+ years in Civil/Structural/Geotechnical engineering with 10+ years in PM roles.
• Proven technical excellence and client-focused problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead growth and market expansion in Virginia Water Resource market.
• Maintain high visibility through client contact and professional organization participation.
• Manage projects and staff with technical leadership, construction management, and risk oversight.

Skills

Business development

Technical leadership

Project management

Staff mentoring

Federal/state/local engagement

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft software

Job description

GEI Consultants is seeking a Senior Water Engineer/Practice Leader in Virginia to drive growth in the Water Resource market across Western Virginia and surrounding areas. The role may be hybrid with periodic visits to Charlottesville and other regional offices.

You will lead technical teams, oversee projects, mentor staff, and contribute to recruitment while maintaining client relationships and market visibility. Overnight travel of 10–20% is expected.