GEI Consultants

Senior Seismic Hazard Specialist

GEI Consultants$156K — $249K *
Technical Services
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of progressive experience in seismic hazard assessments
  • Minimum of M.S. degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering; Ph.D. preferred
  • Proven ability to develop client relationships and sales opportunities
  • Strong knowledge of earthquake engineering principles and current seismic assessment practices
  • Established publishing record in seismic hazards with experience as an independent peer reviewer
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills suitable for mentoring
  • Valid U.S. driver's license required

Responsibilities

  • Support and expand practice across the West Region by engaging clients and markets
  • Coordinate business development efforts focusing on key clients and strategies
  • Lead proposal efforts and maintain active client engagement
  • Demonstrate commitment to technical excellence and manage projects profitably
  • Mentor and support the recruitment and training of new staff members
  • Contribute to strategic planning on office, regional, and national levels
  • Provide senior level oversight and technical leadership

Benefits

  • Market-competitive compensation
  • Focus on professional development and advancement opportunities
  • Rewards and recognition programs
  • A culture emphasizing partnership, sustainability, and community involvement
  • Flexible hybrid work schedules may be available
  • Additional unspecified benefits
Full Job Description
Description

Your role at GEI.

GEI continues to grow and is seeking a Seismic Hazard Specialist to join our practice in the West Region. Projects will include those in the water, dam, levee, building, transportation, and environmental sectors.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties
  • Support and grow the practice in West Region by serving new and existing clients and markets while cross-selling GEI's core business areas.
  • Help coordinate business development activities within the practice by identifying key clients / business areas, growth strategy, and capture strategy.
  • Lead proposal efforts, maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participate and encourage active participation in professional organizations, and make presentations at client and industry events.
  • Exemplify commitment to technical excellence balanced with client-expectations and satisfaction, and profitable project management. Serve as a technical leader and mentor.
  • Participate in recruiting efforts and the integration and training of new staff.
  • Contribute to strategic planning at the office, regional, and national level.
  • Provide technical leadership and senior level oversight.
  • Overnight travel is required, approximately 0 to 15%.

Minimum Qualifications
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in seismic hazard assessments.
  • Minimum of M.S. degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering or related field, Ph.D. preferred.
  • Seller-Doer with industry relationships, national recognition, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Diverse technical background including a strong fundamental knowledge of the principles of earthquake engineering and seismic hazard assessments.
  • Publishing track record in seismic hazards, experience as an independent peer reviewer, knowledge of current practices and trends, and known in the industry for technical excellence.
  • Collegial team builder with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
  • Willingness and ability to travel to GEI branch offices, and project/client sites as required.
  • Valid U.S. driver's license.

GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes
  • Market-Competitive Compensation
  • Pay Range For This Position: $75.00-$120.00/hour
  • Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
  • Rewards and Recognition
  • A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
  • And More...

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

X

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

X

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

X

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

Bending

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

Squat/kneel/crawl

X

Wrist position deviation

X

Pinching/fine motor skills

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X

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

Color Discrimination

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks):

Usual workday hours:

8

X

10

12

Other work hours

About GEI Consultants

GEI Consultants is a leading engineering and environmental consulting firm based in Woburn, Massachusetts. The company was founded in 1970 and has since grown to become a trusted partner for clients across a wide range of industries. GEI Consultants offers a wide range of services, including civil engineering, environmental consulting, geotechnical engineering, and more. The company is committed to providing innovative solutions that help clients achieve their goals while minimizing their impact on the environment.
Learn more about GEI Consultants
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1970

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