Waterfront Business Leader

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.•Boston, MA

2d•$145,000 - $230,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Waterfront Business Leader to join and build our waterfront and coastal engineering practice and meet growing market needs in the New England region. The successful candidate will ideally be based within reasonable proximity of our offices in Boston, Acton or Hamilton, MA. However, for the right individual, we would also consider a fully remote arrangement and may have the flexibility to establish a future office presence in a suitable location. This position is well-suited for a talented, highly experienced individual who is interested in being a leader and contributing to innovative and challenging waterfront projects including shoreline stabilization, beach protection, living shorelines, site development, dredging, stormwater systems, and other waterfront infrastructure projects. This position requires an entrepreneurial attitude, and enthusiasm for supporting business development and technical efforts to expand Geosyntec’s market share. Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, structural, or geotechnical engineering, or a related science with emphasis on coastal or water resources. (required)
At least 10 years (15+ preferred) of relevant experience in coastal, marine, and waterfront projects in a consulting environment (required)
Demonstrated business development and project management experience in the private and municipal sectors (required)
Experience overseeing mid-size to large-scale, multi-phase projects (required)
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed. (required)
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in a related field of study. (desirable but not essential)
Professional registration (e.g. P.E., P.G., WEDG, CFM) (desirable but not essential)

Responsibilities

Growing our waterfront and coastal engineering services through client relationships (private sector and municipal) and business development efforts
Lead and/or support various business development initiatives, proposal preparation, and strategic planning
Understand regulatory drivers and funding sources that may impact the market
Lead multiple disciplinary teams focused on coastal modeling and planning, resiliency, natural and nature-based solutions, shoreline stabilization, marine structures, and waterfront infrastructure projects.
Ensuring client satisfaction, project profitability goals and objectives.
Providing technical leadership, direction and guidance to project teams, including preparation of design calculations, construction drawings and specifications, and other technical work products.
Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the coastal engineering work in marine related projects;
Preparing for and participating in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties.
Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.