Senior Project Director - Coastal and Ports

Senior Project Director-Coastal and Ports

We are seeking a Senior Project Director-Coastal and Ports to join our team in Baton Rouge, LA.

• Perform and lead planning, engineering analysis and design, and production of engineering drawings and specifications for coastal and waterfront structures.
• Manage staff to support our growth in the Gulf coast with an emphasis on Texas and Louisiana.
• Perform inspection and condition assessment of waterfront infrastructure.
• Perform and supervise engineering analysis and design, lead development of construction plans, specifications and cost estimates.
• Conduct data acquisition and analysis, researching the feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions, and/or regulatory agency specifications or regulations.
• Work involves coordination, research and problem solving on a variety of engineering projects with unique or controversial problems, the solution of which has an important effect on major organization programs.
• Work closely with designers, other discipline engineers and project manager as part of a multidisciplinary project delivery team. Interface with the clients, subconsultants and other stakeholders as needed.
• Ensure that all engineering deliverables comply with applicable codes and standards.
• Ensure all project documentation and deliverables are reviewed in accordance with corporate QA/QC procedures.
• Interact with contractors to perform construction administration functions including shop drawing reviews, site visits and RFI response.
• Prepare material for reports and permit applications, gathering information, preparing text and/or work progression documents, and graphic presentations.
• Perform field observations of construction of structures such as port terminals, cruise terminals, and oil & gas platforms.
• Participate in team growth and development by providing mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff.
• Serves as the primary point of contact on assigned projects and interface with the clients, subconsultants and other internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage multi-disciplinary projects in collaboration with design task leads and cross-disciplinary staff and subconsultants.
• Develop and manage project management plans, schedules, and budgets. Actively manage the project risks, budget and schedule and provide routine update and progress reports to the client and the internal leadership.
• Manage QA/QC processes on project deliverables to ensure all project documentation and deliverables are reviewed in accordance with corporate QA/QC procedures.
• Prepare scopes of work and fee estimates for proposals.
• Lead client relationship management and business development in the Gulf Coast region.
• Perform other duties as needed to support evolving business priorities.

• Bachelor's degree in civil or coastal engineering (minimum required), Master's Degree preferred.
• P.E. License in Texas or Louisiana is required, or the ability to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months of hire. APOCNE board certification is preferred.
• Must have 15+ years of experience in coastal and waterfront infrastructure design, preferably with a consulting firm.
• Experience with waterfront design codes and standards such as UFC, PIANC and ASCE/COPRI.
• Experience in hydrodynamic numerical models such as ADCIRC, SWAN, Delft 3d or Mike.
• Experience in Business Development, specifically with agencies in the Gulf coast region.
• Experience with mooring analysis using Optimoor, Orca flex, or comparable commercial software, as well as with calculations for ship mooring and berthing forces, including wave force modelling for moored ships.
• Domestic travel may be required up to 25% of the time.
• Demonstrated leadership, and strong oral and written communication skills.

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

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