Metro New York Area Waterfront & Coastal Engineering Practice Leader

GEI Consultants
US - New York - Huntington Station
January 7, 2025
Engineering

DescriptionYour role at GEI.

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 large and complex water infrastructure projects, we encourage you to apply and find success at GEI.

Our waterfront and coastal design group is seeking a Waterfront & Coastal Engineering Practice Leader to join one of our Metro New York Area offices. This is a senior seller/doer role with significant business development and revenue generation responsibility. This role is an exciting opportunity to grow and develop our waterfront and coastal engineering practice in the Metro New York Area. You will work on a variety of waterfront and coastal projects including waterfront assets, commercial ports and marinas, coastal erosion and processes, dredging and beach nourishments, marine terminals, recreational piers, flood protection features, harbors, and waterfront parks.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

Grow our waterfront and coastal engineering practice by developing new and existing clients and markets while cross-selling GEI's other core business areas including environmental, water resources, ecological, and civil engineering consulting.
Serve as a technical leader and mentor. Assist with recruiting, managing, and training staff.
Lead proposal efforts, maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participate in client-based professional organizations, and make presentations at industry events.
Manage a variety of waterfront and coastal projects.
Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets.
Serve as a technical lead for the design of waterfront structures, including preparing construction drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and reports.
Contribute to strategic planning at the office, regional, and national level.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated success growing and leading a practice, inclusive of mentoring others.
B. S. or M. S. in civil, marine, structural, or similar engineering and Professional Engineer's license.
15+ years of experience working on waterfront and coastal projects with 10+ years in a project/program management role.
Registered Professional Engineer in New York and New Jersey.
Experience leading interdisciplinary design teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to travel for site visits / inspections, client meetings, and business development opportunities (to include overnight travel, as needed).
Possess a valid US driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

Significant experience in the Metro New York Area and a well-established professional network
Experience with the laws and regulations governing the public procurement process in New York and New Jersey.

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 nearly 60 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 .

GEI's Total Rewards Package

Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
Pay Range For This Position: $150,000. 00 - $200,000. 00/year
Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
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 (Learn more here )
A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
And More.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

X

Sedentary

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements Occasional (0-35% of day) Frequent (33-66% of day) Continuous (67-100% of day) Not Applicable

Sitting

6-8 hours

Standing

0-1 hour

Walking

0-1 hour

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

0-10 pounds

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

0-10 pounds

Carrying objects

0-1 hour

Push/pull

X

Twisting

0-1 hour

Bending

0-1 hour

Reaching forward

0-1 hour

Reaching overhead

0-1 hour

Squat/kneel/crawl

X

Wrist position deviation

3-5 hours

Pinching/fine motor skills

1-2 hours

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

6-8 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

0-1 hour

Talk or hear

6-8 hours

Accurate 20/40 Very Accurate 20/20 Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes No Not Applicable

Color Discrimination

X

Sensory Requirements Minimal Moderate Accurate Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Environm.

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Metro New York Area Waterfront & Coastal Engineering Practice Leader

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