Ports Director - LATAM

Moffatt & Nichol•The Woodlands, TX

About The Position

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Port Director - Latin America that can be based out of our Houston offices. As part of the Corporate Port Practice, the Port Director will drive the strategic growth of the firm’s waterfront engineering services in planning, design and management while working with the leadership in Latin America. Primarily, this role will be client-facing while mentoring, supporting, and working with Latin America staff to grow the M&N brand. About Moffatt & Nichol: Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in transportation. For the 4th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil engineering; required
Master’s degree in Structural, Civil, Coastal, or Ocean engineering; required
Professional Engineering (PE, PEng, CEng) registration; required
Minimum 20+ years of experience in leading engineering, construction, planning, and design projects for the Maritime industry in US and Latin America; required
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation)
Proven success directing design and construction of a wide range of infrastructure projects
Proven success in leading people and managing resources
Business development experience
All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual / multi-lingual desired

Responsibilities

Support Ports Practice objectives through contacts and ongoing business development in Latin America and abroad
Serve as M&N’s eyes and ears on the ground to advise M&N on issues of local business climate and trends, opportunities, changes in local A-E consulting practices (laws, rules, regulations, licensing, taxes), politics, and other issues pertinent to M&N’s business operations
Lead the establishment / development of technical standards, design approaches, and manage the technical analysis of waterfront engineering.
Serve as an inter-company leader, contributing to strategic growth and development initiatives of discipline and practice
Mentor, guide, train, and advise Project Team members, assist with assignment requests and recommend Project Team assignments
Resolve elevated Client concerns or demands not addressed by the Project Team and conduct Client debriefs at designated project milestones
Participate in significant Project Reviews, review Project Progress Reports and direct appropriate change
Verify that Quality Control activities occurred in accordance with the contract and Project Plan
Coordinate with business development and other M&N groups to manage Client relationships and Client satisfaction
Work with various Business Unit Leaders (BUL) throughout the organization
Lead and review preparation of proposals, cost estimates, engineering analysis and calculations, and drawings
Write, when appropriate, clear, concise, and accurate technical and non-technical reports, correspondence, specifications, and proposals
Plan, schedule work, and complete work assignments within established budgets and timelines

Benefits

Enjoy low-cost employee healthcare with our company-paid high-deductible medical, dental, and vision plans
Family coverage is available
Low-deductible plan available
Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
Stay energized with our amazing Wellness Program (with financial incentives) to keep you healthy and fit
Features include: monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists, access to a Healthwise Pharmacist, mindfulness apps like The Calm and BetterHelp, and more
Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and support
Generous Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level), Paid Holidays (7), and a floating holiday
401(k) match to help you reach your financial goals
Excellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the company
You may also have the option to further your education with our comprehensive Tuition Reimbursement Program
Plus, there are plenty of training opportunities, a Leadership Development Program, a formal Mentoring program, an active YP (Young Professionals) group, and so much more
And because we care about all members of your family, we offer Pet Insurance to look after your furry friends