Civil Engineering Director - Land Development

GAI Consultants, Inc.•Munhall, PA

About The Position

GAI Consultants is looking for a motivated leader to be part of the continued growth and expansion of the civil engineering practice in the Ohio River Valley Region. GAI’s civil engineering practice is focused on private and public projects. The successful candidate will lead multi-disciplined infrastructure projects for GAI. Private projects are anticipated to include master planned projects, residential, commercial, industrial, and other wide-ranging developments in the region. Public projects are anticipated to include municipal and institutional projects that require civil expertise and typically include other GAI disciplines. This is a senior position responsible for client management and business development for public and private project opportunities in the greater region.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited Institution
Minimum 15 years of experience in Civil Engineering, with 5 in the local market preferred
Must be a registered Professional Engineer in Indiana or have the ability to obtain within 6 months
Capable of sales to support team.
Knowledge of civil drainage, grading, and utilities
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project
Professional Engineer (P.E.) License
Driver's License

Nice To Haves

B.S. or M.S. Engineering, Master's Degree or Equivalent Experience Preferred

Responsibilities

Provide sales and client management for existing and new strategic clients.
Work with other senior leadership to support and execute GAI’s multi-disciplined efforts in the greater Ohio River Valley Region.
Work with technical and proposal staff to develop responses for cost proposals, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Requests for Qualifications (RFQs).
Work with project managers to develop project management plans for effective management of project deliverables, budget control, and schedule control, with a focus on maximizing client satisfaction and profitability.
Negotiate or assist with negotiating contracts.
Assist with annual strategic and tactical planning for the market and company.
Contribute to GAI's public profile by actively participating in leadership roles in the community and/or professional organizations.
Support plan preparation, scope compliance, scheduling of tasks.
Have a good working knowledge of reviewing and approving local agencies – Cities, Counties, and Authorities.
Prepare weekly updates to backlog and manpower reports.