Senior Water Resources Engineer​/Project Manager

GEI’s Water Resources practice is growing and we are seeking an experienced Water Resources/Stream Restoration Engineer to join our Central Region (in office or fully remote). Our team is made up of leaders in the dam removal and river restoration practice and looking to expand in Minnesota and Wisconsin. The candidate will be part of a connected team of GEI water resources professionals across the country, contributing to planning and implementation of water resource projects, serving as a project manager, technical lead and mentor.

The role includes driving business development by fostering strong client relationships and participation in professional organizations.

• Manage small to large projects within technical specialty, including dam removals, river restoration, watershed management planning, stormwater management planning and design.
• Develop hydrologic and hydraulic models for feasibility studies, design of river restoration, water control structures, flood control studies, and watershed analysis and planning.
• Oversee and lead technical studies, design development, and development of construction drawings, technical specifications, bid documents and project schedules.
• Prepare detailed written memoranda and reports on technical assignments and present technical information to peers and clients.
• Lead development of proposals to provide professional services and strive to develop new business in areas of specialty, interfacing with clients to understand and deliver on project needs.
• Maintain technical excellence, actively participate in professional organizations, and mentor junior staff.
• Act as the Engineer of Record on projects where expected.
• Travel to project sites and other offices as required, including overnight travel.
• Grant writing and/or administration; experience with state and local grant writing or administration is a plus.
• Have working knowledge of State, Federal and Local regulatory and permitting requirements.

• Minimum of 15 years of professional experience demonstrating the above skills.
• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or Water Resources related field; M.S. considered a plus.
• Registered Professional Engineer.
• Ability to work in a team environment and meet deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to work well alone and in a team atmosphere.
• Ability to travel on temporary work assignments.

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