Senior Engineer/Water Practice Leader

Your role at GEI.

We are seeking a Senior Civil, Structural, Hydraulic, or Geotechnical Engineer to add technical, project management, and business development expertise to our team. This individual will support our growing Water Control and Conveyance work across the company.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide program or project level management and technical guidance for design, construction, and remediation of major water infrastructure, including water control (dams, levees, hydropower facilities, hydraulic structures) and/or conveyance (tunnels, diversion structures, drop shafts, pump stations, pipelines, canals, and penstocks).
• Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participation in client-based professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events.
• Develop business by leveraging relationships and knowledge of water control and conveyance clients, programs, and infrastructure.
• Assist in recruiting, mentoring, and training staff.
• Travel between offices and project/client sites. Some overnight travel may be required

Minimum Qualifications

• Senior leader recognized for technical excellence and the development of client-focused, creative, and practical solutions.
• Demonstrated success leading and managing substantial water control and/or water conveyance projects and accounts.
• Successful Seller-Doer with existing relationships and knowledge of water control and conveyance clients, programs, and infrastructure.
• Collegial team builder with excellent leadership skills.
• B.S. degree in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering or related field.  M.S. preferred.
• 15 years progressive experience in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical engineering with extensive technical background in field of expertise and at least 10 years in a project management role.
• Professional Engineering license required.

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 more than 40 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.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As a 100% 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.

Benefits

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision and More
• Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• And More…

Environment Requirements

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