Waterfront/Coastal Engineer - On-call/contract at VANASSE HANGEN BRUSTLIN INC

Providence, Rhode Island, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Waterfront Engineering, Coastal Engineering, Design, Permitting, Project Management, Engineering Analysis, Structural Analysis, Geotechnical Analysis, Flood Risk, Resiliency Design, Dredging Design, Specifications Preparation, Construction Administration, Site Inspections, Business Development, Quality Control

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION We’re actively looking to hire Mid-Senior Level Waterfront Engineers - On-call to join our team. These fully supported roles allow some flexibility on location within the VHB footprint. These positions will assist with the planning, permitting and design of waterfront and coastal infrastructure throughout our footprint. Projects would vary, but include design of marinas, piers, bulkheads, seawall, revetments and marine terminal structures, and living shoreline stabilization. The ideal candidate for this position will have technical experience in designing and permitting a variety of waterfront projects and be a licensed professional engineer. The candidate who fills this position will join a high performing team that provides clients with multi-disciplinary engineering and science-based solutions to coastal management challenges including coastal/waterfront engineering, coastal flood risk, resiliency and adaptation design, and dredged material management. Responsibilities Successfully support ongoing Waterfront/Coastal practice projects and business development efforts. Assist in the development of qualifications and proposals for waterfront infrastructure and coastal resilience -related RFPs. Assist and ultimately manage and perform engineering analysis, preliminary, and detail design of waterfront/coastal structures. Assist and ultimately manage projects (scope, budget, schedule) and work with sub-consultants and team members and assure quality control of work throughout project execution, including: all aspects for the design and permitting of waterfront developments including piers, marinas and boardwalks analysis and design of structures for flood and erosion control such as seawalls, bulkheads, revetments and breakwaters, wave fences and fendering, and private and waterfront recreation structures such as fishing piers, marina docking structures, and boat launch ramps contributing to living shoreline erosion solutions designs conducting/reviewing technical analyses/calculations completing mooring and berthing analyses and design dredging design and permitting preparation of project specifications, bid and contract documents construction contract administration site inspections and reports Qualifications B.S. in Civil, Structural, Waterfront, or Coastal Engineering. MS degree preferred. 8-11 years of experience in Waterfront Engineering, including associated geotechnical and structural analysis. Professional Engineer required Knowledge of the regulatory processes in Rhode Island is preferred. Experience with project delivery for multiple Federal, State and local coastal agencies/clients, specific experience with USACE, FEMA, USGS, NOAA preferred. Knowledge of FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program and experience implementing FEMA’s coastal flood hazard analysis and mapping methodologies. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated technical and analytical skills, including technical writing and presentation skills. We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards Focus on learning, development, and career growth Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. #LI-DB2 #LI-oncall

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Responsibilities

The role involves assisting with and ultimately managing the planning, permitting, and design of various waterfront and coastal infrastructure projects, including marinas, piers, seawalls, and living shorelines. Responsibilities also include supporting business development, managing project scope, budget, and schedule, and ensuring quality control throughout project execution.