Waterfront & Coastal Engineer​/Project Manager

Overview

Our waterfront and coastal design group seeks a Heavy Civil / Structural Engineer / Waterfront & Coastal Engineer / Project Manager focused on waterfront and coastal projects for our Mid‑Atlantic offices. In this role you will partner with senior technical experts in the East Region and manage a variety of projects including community waterfronts, marinas, marine terminals, recreational piers, harbors, and waterfront parks.

• 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.

• 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 (including overnight travel, as needed).
• Possess a valid driver's license.

• 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.

• Market‑Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $80,000 - $100,000/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…

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