DescriptionYour role at GEI. We are looking for Practice Leaders in Geotechnical Engineering, Water Resources, Engineering and, Civil Engineering, in the Richmond or Charlottesville, Virginia areas. Reporting to our Washington, DC area Branch Manager, this position will lead the growth of engineering services and market expansion in the Richmond area as well as manage technical projects.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties - Manage projects both financially and technically.
- Identify and attract business development opportunities within practice; identify key clients / business areas, growth strategy, and capture strategy.
- Lead proposal efforts responding to both public and private RFPs.
- Partner with marketing and others to develop GEI "branding" within practice.
- Enhance the professional development and skill set of staff within the practice and be a resource to them.
- Manage and mentor junior staff both technically and professionally.
- Actively participate in professional, industry, and policy groups to foster client relationships within the geotechincal engineering, water resources, and civil engineering practice/market.
- Ensure that GEI's health and safety (H&S) culture and GEI's quality processes are followed.
Minimum Qualifications - Successful track record as a Seller-Doer with strong client relationships and business development capability.
- Senior Leader respected for technical capabilities and having strong risk and engineering contract management experience.
- Ability to identify and lead engineering project opportunities in the region.
- Collegial team builder with excellent leadership skills.
- Broad understanding of the Richmond area needs, opportunities, and emerging trends.
- Experience supervising/leading/mentoring and growing staff.
- Willing and able to travel between Richmond, Charlottesville, Washington, DC and Rockville, Maryland offices and client locations on an as-needed basis.
- Technical engineering experience in water resources, energy, and transportation sectors a plus.
GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes - Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Pay Range For This Position: $150,000.00-$200,000.00/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...
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWORK ENVIRONMENT
Functional Demands:
Sedentary
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Light
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Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)
Physical Activity RequirementsOccasional(0-35% of day)Frequent(33-66% of day)Continuous(67-100% of day)Not ApplicableSitting
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Standing
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Walking
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Climbing
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Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
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Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
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Carrying objects
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Push/pull
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Twisting
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Bending
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Reaching forward
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Reaching overhead
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Squat/kneel/crawl
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Wrist position deviation
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Pinching/fine motor skills
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Keyboard use/repetitive motion
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Taste or smell (taste=never)
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Talk or hear
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Accurate 20/40 Very Accurate 20/20 Not ApplicableNear Vision
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Far Vision
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YesNoNot Applicable Color Discrimination
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Sensory Requirements MinimalModerateAccurateNot Applicable Depth perception
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Hearing
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Environment RequirementsOccupational Exposure Risk PotentialReasonably AnticipatedNot AnticipatedBlood borne pathogens
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Chemical
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Airborne communicable diseases
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Extreme temperatures
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Radiation
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Uneven surfaces or elevations
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Extreme noise levels
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Dust/particulate matter
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Other (exposure risks): Usual workday hours:
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