Senior Water Resources Engineer/Project Manager

Description

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. Candidate will be part of a connected team of GEI water resources professionals across the country. This individual will contribute to planning and implementation of water resource projects, serving as a project manager, technical lead and mentor. Candidate will help to drive business development by fostering strong client relationships and participation in professional organizations.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage small to large projects within technical specialty. Potential projects include, dam removals, river restoration, watershed management planning, stormwater management planning and design.
• Develop hydrologic and hydraulic models for a range of projects such as, 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. Candidate will interface with client to understand and deliver on project needs.
• Maintain technical excellence, actively participate in professional organizations, and mentor junior staff.
• The candidate may be expected to act as the Engineer of Record on projects.
• Travel to project sites and other offices as required, including overnight travel.
• Grant writing and/or administration. Experience either with writing or administering state and local grants is a plus.
• Working knowledge of State, Federal and Local regulatory and permitting requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of professional experience demonstrating skills mentioned above;
• 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.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to work well alone and in a team atmosphere.
• Ability to travel on temporary work assignments.

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