Civil Engineering Director

Job Description

GAI Consultants is looking for a motivated leader to be part of the continued growth and expansion of the civil engineering practice in the Ohio River Valley Region. GAI’s civil engineering practice is focused on private and public projects. The successful candidate will lead multi-disciplined infrastructure projects for GAI. Private projects are anticipated to include master planned projects, residential, commercial, industrial, and other wide-ranging developments in the region. Public projects are anticipated to include municipal and institutional projects that require civil expertise and typically include other GAI disciplines. This is a senior position responsible for client management and business development for public and private project opportunities in the greater region.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provide sales and client management for existing and new strategic clients.
• Work with other senior leadership to support and execute GAI’s multi-disciplined efforts in the greater Ohio River Valley Region
• Work with technical and proposal staff to develop responses for cost proposals, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Requests for Qualifications (RFQs).
• Work with project managers to develop project management plans for effective management of project deliverables, budget control, and schedule control, with a focus on maximizing 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 by actively participating in leadership roles in the community and / or professional organizations.
• Support plan preparation, scope compliance, scheduling of tasks
• Have a good working knowledge of reviewing and approving local agencies – Cities, Counties, and Authorities.
• Prepare weekly updates to backlog and manpower reports

Job Qualifications (Experience, Essential Education, and Skills Needed) :

General Characteristics

Experience

Education

Certification / Licensure

Technical Responsibilities

Project and Task Management

Management, Supervision and Guidance

Communication, Teamwork and Leadership

Why GAI?

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion through fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include :

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Experience

Required

15 years :

Experience in Civil Engineering, with 5 in the local market preferred

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

Professional Engineer