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Senior Engineer/Water Practice Leader

Location: Amherst, NY, United States

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Your role at GEI.

We are seeking a Senior Civil, Structural, Hydraulic, or Geotechnical Engineer to add technical, project management, and business development expertise to our team. This individual will support our growing Water Control and Conveyance work across the company.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

  • Provide program or project level management and technical guidance for design, construction, and remediation of major water infrastructure, including water control (dams, levees, hydropower facilities, hydraulic structures) and/or conveyance (tunnels, diversion structures, drop shafts, pump stations, pipelines, canals, and penstocks).
  • Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participation in client-based professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events.
  • Develop business by leveraging relationships and knowledge of water control and conveyance clients, programs, and infrastructure.
  • Assist in recruiting, mentoring, and training staff.
  • Travel between offices and project/client sites. Some overnight travel may be required

Minimum Qualifications

  • Senior leader recognized for technical excellence and the development of client-focused, creative, and practical solutions.
  • Demonstrated success leading and managing substantial water control and/or water conveyance projects and accounts.
  • Successful Seller-Doer with existing relationships and knowledge of water control and conveyance clients, programs, and infrastructure.
  • Collegial team builder with excellent leadership skills.
  • B.S. degree in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering or related field. M.S. preferred.
  • 15+ years progressive experience in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical engineering with extensive technical background in field of expertise and at least 10+ years in a project management role.
  • Professional Engineering license required.
We are GEI.
 
Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.  
 
We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.
 
With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.
 
Employee-owned. Employee-focused.
 
As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more.  Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.
 
GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes
  • Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
  • Pay Range For This Position: $150,000 - $220,000/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 REQUIREMENTS 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 
WORK ENVIRONMENT  
  
  
  
Functional Demands:    
 
 
 
X 
Sedentary
 
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
 
 
6-8 hours 
 
Standing
0-1 hour 
 
 
 
Walking
0-1 hour 
 
 
 
Climbing
 
 
 
X 
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
0-10 pounds 
 
 
 
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
0-10 pounds 
 
 
 
Carrying objects
0-1 hour 
 
 
 
Push/pull
 
 
 
X 
Twisting
0-1 hour 
 
 
 
Bending
0-1 hour 
 
 
 
Reaching forward
0-1 hour 
 
 
 
Reaching overhead
0-1 hour 
 
 
 
Squat/kneel/crawl
 
 
 
X 
Wrist position deviation
 
3-5 hours 
 
 
Pinching/fine motor skills
1-2 hours 
 
 
 
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
 
 
6-8 hours 
 
Taste or smell (taste=never)
0-1 hour 
 
 
 
Talk or hear
 
3-5 hours 
 
 
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:
X 
8
 
10
 
12
Other work hours
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans. 
 
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