Drainage Engineering Leader

GAI Consultants is seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer for a leadership position within their comprehensive statewide Transportation practice.

Key attributes and experience should include:

• 15 years+ of experience working in Transportation drainage projects with the Florida Department of Transportation across the State. Experience with FDOT D5, D2, D3, and the Turnpike is preferred.
• Urban drainage and large-scale limited access drainage experience is desired.
• Experience with local government clients on transportation and/or trail projects.
• Experience in obtaining stormwater permits with SJRWMD, SFWMD, SWFWMD, FDEP, and/or NWFWMD.
• Proficiency in Pond Siting and Bridge Hydraulic reports is preferred.
• Knowledge of ICPR, HEC-RAS is preferred.
• Direct experience in Micro Station ORD Drainage and/or GeoPAK Drainage is preferred.
• Experience in managing a drainage team and staff is preferred.

• 20+ years of experience.

• B.S. or M.S. Engineering, Master s Degree or Equivalent Experience Preferred

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License, reciprocity in multiple states.
• Driver's License

• Frequently performs advisory or consulting work for the practice across broad project areas or within a specialized area with innovative/complex aspects.
• Assesses practices and requirements to achieve sustainable performance of complex engineering projects from a systems perspective.

• Evaluates project management plans for complex engineering projects.
• Develops risk mitigation plans to address project risks.
• Evaluates effectiveness of leaders and teams.

• Leads an entire project of critical importance.
• Develops projects needed for accomplishing the objectives of the practice.
• Develops practice strategy for staff development through mentored experience, continuing education, and self-development.
• Instills and fosters professional attitudes within the practice.

• Negotiates critical and controversial issues with leadership of other practices.
• Represents their practice at important functions and conferences.

GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve.

Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

• Market-based, competitive compensation
• Performance-driven recognition and development bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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