Senior Civil Engineer

Responsibilities

• Manage the technical aspects for civil or geotechnical engineering tasks including permitting, design, and construction of tailings basins, landfills, and CCR facilities; geotechnical instrumentation; geotechnical investigations and design; and civil site design projects
• Support the development of new and existing clients and markets while cross‑selling GEI’s other core business areas (e.g., permitting, water resources, ecological services, and engineering) to support the growth of GEI’s Minnesota offices
• Lead proposal teams and presentations
• Lead and participate on multi-disciplinary, multi-geographic project teams
• Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participation in client‑based professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events
• Manage projects and staff, including technical leadership and oversight, risk management, and mentoring
• Assist in recruiting and training additional staff
• This position has a field component; travel and some overnight travel are required

Minimum of B.S. degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related field. M.S. preferred.

Professional Engineer, or path to PE license, is required.

5-15 years of previous professional experience in civil or geotechnical engineering;
Project Management experience, including proposal preparation and budgeting; knowledge of state and federal regulations; proven business development skills.

• Seller-doer with strong regional connections and an entrepreneurial spirit
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

• 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

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

Light

x

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday

(check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional (0-35% of day)

Frequent (33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day) Not Applicable

4-6 hours Standing 2 hours Walking 2 hours Climbing 30 min.

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds) 20lbs

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds) 20lbs

Carrying objects x Push/pull x Twisting x 10 min

Reaching forward 10 min Reaching overhead 10 min 10 min

Keyboard use/repetitive motion 4-6 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never) x

Talk or hear x

Accurate 20/40 Very Accurate 20/20 Not Applicable Near Vision x Far Vision x Yes No Not Applicable x

Sensory Requirements Minimal Moderate Accurate Not Applicable Depth perception x Hearing x

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