Engineering Director 1
GAI Consultants•Columbus, OH
•Onsite
About The Position
GAI Consultants is seeking a motivated leader to drive the growth and expansion of its civil engineering practice in the Ohio River Valley Region. This senior position will lead multi-disciplined infrastructure projects for both private and public clients. Private projects will encompass master-planned developments, residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Public projects will involve municipal and institutional work requiring civil expertise and collaboration with other GAI disciplines. The role is responsible for client management and business development within the region.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited Institution
- Minimum 20 years of experience in Civil Engineering
- 5 years of experience in the local market preferred
- Must be a registered Professional Engineer in Indiana
- Capable of sales to support team
- Knowledge of civil drainage, grading, and utilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project
- 20+ years of experience
- B.S. in Engineering from an accredited college or university
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) License
- Driver's License
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide sales and client management for existing and new strategic clients.
- Support and execute GAI’s multi-disciplined efforts in the greater Ohio River Valley Region with senior leadership.
- Develop responses for cost proposals, RFPs, and RFQs with technical and proposal staff.
- Develop project management plans with project managers for effective management of project deliverables, budget control, and schedule control, focusing on 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 through leadership roles in community and/or professional organizations.
- Support plan preparation, scope compliance, and scheduling of tasks.
- Review and approve local agencies – Cities, Counties, and Authorities.
- Prepare weekly updates to backlog and manpower reports.
Benefits
- Sign-On Bonus
- Competitive Pay & Recognition
- Market based, competitive compensation
- Performance driven recognition and development bonuses
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
- Company-paid life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
- Meaningful Work–Life Balance
- Generous paid time off
- 7 paid holidays
- An additional floating holiday
- Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
- Growth, Learning & Financial Security
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Support and rewards for professional development and certifications
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
