Project Water Resources Engineer/Planner

GEI Consultants is seeking a Project Water Resources Engineer/Planner for its Sacramento office. The role involves leading water resources planning projects, collaborating with engineers, and preparing various planning documents. Candidates should have a BS in Civil Engineering or related fields, with 3-6 years of experience. Strong technical and communication skills are essential. The position does not indicate remote work and may require travel.
Description

Your role at GEI.

GEI is expanding its Sacramento Office. We seek an outstanding, dedicated professional with a background in water resources planning, climate change adaptation planning, conducting climate change analyses and developing data-centric applications for hydrology, infrastructure resilience, and other planning applications to augment our existing climate services group. GEI is a privately held, mid-sized, award-winning consulting firm with over 50 offices throughout the United States and Canada.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

We are seeking a new team member and future leader to join the Integrated Water Management Group in our Sacramento office. We are looking for an individual with a passion for solving complex, multi-disciplinary problems and excels at communicating these solutions. This position will provide opportunities to contribute to a broad range of water resources planning and management projects.

Responsibilities will include tasks related to:

Lead project tasks with a team of knowledgeable registered civil engineers and flood management professionals.Preparation of various water resources planning documents including Groundwater Sustainability Plans, Flood Protection Plans, Implementation Plans, Integrated Regional Water Management Plans, feasibility studies, Drought Contingency Plans, Emergency Action Plans, and others related flood and water conveyance infrastructure.Support for clients pursing grant funding opportunities such as USBR Grants, DWR-based grant programs, and others.Interpretation and synthesis of complex water resources modeling results.Technical analysis related to flood system evaluation, floodplain-based flood system maintenance and operations, water supply and demand estimates and projections.Collaborate with other team members, including structural engineers, and surveyors, to ensure design coherence.Assist in preparation of proposals to provide professional services and assist in preparation of presentations and proposals to clients and regulators.Support Project Managers by tracking budgets, client communications, and deliverables.This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team of motivated professionals committed to delivering high quality and effective products to our clients across California.

Minimum Qualifications

BS in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science or water resources related field is required; M.S. is desirableEIT, professional registration is desirable.3-6 years of previous professional experience in water resources planning and experience with civil/geotechnical engineering and consulting; knowledge and familiarity with engineering design processes.Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.Excellent computer skills with technical analysis software, CAD, MS Office, MS Project, PowerPoint, and other computer applications, GIS experience strongly preferred.Willingness and ability to travel as needed.Valid U.S. driver’s license.We are GEI. 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. Employee-owned. Employee-focused. 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. GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance BonusPay Range For This Position: $82,000.00 – $112,000.00/year)Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and MoreWell-Being Program and Paid Parental LeaveCommuter BenefitsHybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone StipendsGEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition ReimbursementConnecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for AdvancementSupport and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional LicensesPaid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off ProgramRewards and RecognitionGEI-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 InclusionAnd More…PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ENVIRONMENT Functional Demands: SedentaryX Light MediumOther Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row) Physical Activity RequirementsOccasional(0-35% of day)Frequent(33-66% of day)Continuous(67-100% of day)Not ApplicableSitting X StandingX WalkingX Climbing X Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds) X Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds) X Carrying objects X Push/pull X Twisting X BendingX Reaching forwardX Reaching overhead X Squat/kneel/crawl X Wrist position deviationX Pinching/fine motor skillsX Keyboard use/repetitive motion X Taste or smell (taste=never) X Talk or hear X Accurate 20/40 Very Accurate 20/20 Not ApplicableNear Vision X Far VisionX