Senior Civil Engineer

Senior Civil Engineer – Duluth, Minnesota

Salary: USD 115,000 Annually

We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to add technical, project management, and business development expertise to our team. This individual will support our growing civil engineering practice within our mining, industrial, energy infrastructure, transportation, and buildings practices across the company.

• Manage the technical aspects for civil or geotechnical engineering tasks including permitting, design, and construction of tailings basins, landfills, and CCR facilities; geotechnical instrumentation; geotechnical investigations and design; and civil site design projects
• Support the development of new and existing clients and markets while cross‑selling GEI’s other core business areas (e.g., permitting, water resources, ecological services, and engineering) to support the growth of GEI’s Minnesota offices
• Lead proposal teams and presentations
• Lead and participate on multi‑disciplinary, multi‑geographic project teams
• Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participation in client‑based professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events
• Manage projects and staff, including technical leadership and oversight, risk management, and mentoring
• Assist in recruiting and training additional staff
• This position has a field component; travel and some overnight travel are required

Minimum of B.S. degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related field. M.S. preferred.

Professional Engineer, or path to PE license, is required.

5–15 years of previous professional experience in civil or geotechnical engineering;
Project Management experience, including proposal preparation and budgeting; knowledge of state and federal regulations; proven business development skills.

• Seller‑doer with strong regional connections and an entrepreneurial spirit
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

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.

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.

• Market‑Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well‑Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• 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

Work requires a combination of sedentary tasks with occasional standing, walking, light climbing, and lifting up to 20 lbs. Other duties may include use of keyboards and repeated motions.

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.