Waterfront & Coastal Engineer / Project Manager

GEI Consultants, Inc; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Heavy Civil / Structural Engineer to join their dynamic waterfront and coastal design group. This role offers the chance to work on significant waterfront infrastructure projects, including marinas and recreational piers, while partnering with senior experts in the field. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in civil engineering and project management, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and community impact. This opportunity not only promises professional growth but also emphasizes a collaborative culture that values diversity and inclusion, making it a perfect fit for those passionate about creating resilient communities.

Benefits

Market-Competitive Compensation

Annual Performance Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Well-Being Program

Paid Parental Leave

Hybrid Work Schedules

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

Profit Sharing and 401(k)

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in waterfront and coastal design projects.
• Registered professional engineer or ability to obtain reciprocity.

Responsibilities

• Manage heavy civil and waterfront projects with varying complexity.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets.

Skills

Project Management

Civil Engineering

Waterfront Design

Structural Engineering

Client Development

Communication Skills

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

M.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

Hydraulic Modelling Software

Coastal Circulation Modeling Programs

Job description

Waterfront & Coastal Engineer / Project Manager

Our waterfront and coastal design group is seeking a Heavy Civil / Structural Engineer / Waterfront & Coastal Engineer / Project Manager who has a desire to focus on Waterfront & Coastal Projects for our Mid-Atlantic offices. This role is an opportunity to partner with senior technical experts in our East Region and work on a variety of coastal and waterfront projects including community waterfronts, marinas, marine terminals, recreational piers, harbors, and waterfront parks.

GEI is seeking individuals aligned with our culture to join our growing and industry leading waterfront and coastal design group. If you are interested in a rewarding career and having the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most complex waterfront infrastructure projects, we encourage you to apply and find success at GEI.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage a variety of heavy civil / waterfront / coastal projects with varying complexity and size.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Serve as a technical lead for the design of waterfront projects, including preparing construction drawings, contract documents, technical specifications, regulatory filings, cost estimates, and reports.
• Manage on-site field staff and act as the primary point of contact in discussions with clients and contractors.
• Provide technical direction and training to staff, as necessary to complete assignments.
• Take a significant role securing new work for a growing component of our business, including proposal preparation, client development, and networking.
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior staff.

Qualifications

• B.S or M.S. in Civil, Waterfront, Coastal, or Structural Engineering, or equivalent.
• 8+ years of experience working on waterfront and coastal design projects with structural aspects. Prior experience in marine, bridge, or heavy civil engineering design is preferred.
• Registered professional engineer within the Atlantic and/or New England states, or ability to obtain reciprocity within 1 year of hire date.
• Ability to travel for site visits / inspections, client meetings, and business development opportunities (to include overnight travel, as needed).
• Possess a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to manage small to medium projects in all phases of engineering design including field investigations, preliminary designs, regulatory approvals, final design, and development of contract documents.
• Experience with regulatory/environmental permitting associated with waterfront infrastructure projects.
• Experience with coastal circulation and wave modeling programs assisting in the design of piers, docks, rip-rap revetments, seawalls, bulkheads, and marinas.
• Experience supporting beach nourishment and living shoreline projects.
• Knowledge of hydraulic modelling for stormwater collection systems and coastal outfall structure design is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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.

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.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• 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
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion