$100K - 160K a year
Lead and manage water resources projects, develop business, mentor staff, and deliver technical presentations and proposals.
10+ years experience in water resources project management and business development, in-depth regulatory knowledge, technical expertise in water quality and stormwater projects, strong communication skills, and a relevant bachelor's degree.
Description Your role at GEI. GEI’s Boston Area with offices in Woburn and Franklin, Massachusetts; Bedford, New Hampshire; and Newport, Rhode Island continues to grow, and we are seeking a highly motivated Senior Watershed Engineer/Scientist and Senior Project Manager to join our team. The role will involve a mix of business development, project management, and technical expertise to deliver projects and grow GEI’s water resources practice. The candidate will mentor junior staff across New England and lead project teams in a wide range of water resources projects. Essential Responsibilities & Duties • Develop business by leveraging relationships and knowledge of clients, programs, and regulations. • Manage projects including development and implementation of lake management plans, watershed planning, MS4 program support, natural resource field investigations including aquatic plant surveys, water quality investigations, sediment sampling, and other watershed or limnological investigations for a wide range of potential clients. • Manage and serve as a technical lead for stormwater infrastructure planning and design projects, including stormwater control measure retrofits, green infrastructure, and nature-based solutions. • Prepare summary memos, technical reports, figures, and recommendations to clients. • Deliver technical presentations to clients and other stakeholders. • Lead GEI teams to develop innovative and client-centric proposals for new work. • Assist in recruiting, mentoring, and training staff. Minimum Qualifications • 10+ years of professional experience involving project management and business development in one or multiple of the subject areas listed above. • In-depth knowledge of Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act, as well as implementing regulations such as state water quality criteria, TMDLs, NPDES permits, maximum contaminant levels and surface water treatment rules. • Experience implementing projects involving water quality monitoring, watershed modeling, stormwater planning, stormwater control measures, or water resources project design. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong organization skills. Collaborator and initiative-taker. • Bachelor’s degree in Watershed Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Ecology, Lake Management, Natural Resources, Aquatic Sciences, or related discipline. Preferred Qualifications • Leader in water resources professional organizations with a large network of clients and collaborators in the New England region. • Experience leading marketing and proposal development for one or multiple of the subject areas listed above. • Experience serving as a facilitator for multi-agency watershed stakeholder groups. • Statistical data analysis, R and R studio, ArcGIS, and cloud computing. Knowledge of new sensors or remote sensing technologies in the field of water quality monitoring. • Master’s degree in applicable field of study. • Licensed Professional Engineer 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. 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GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes • Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus • Pay Range For This Position: $100,000.00 – $160,000.00/year • Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More • Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave • Commuter Benefits • 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 • And More… Physical Requirements WORK ENVIRONMENT Functional Demands Sedentary X Light Medium Other Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row) Physical Activity Requirements Occasional (0-35% of day) Frequent (33-66% of day) Continuous (67-100% of day) Not Applicable Sitting X Standing X Walking X 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 Bending X Reaching forward X Reaching overhead X Squat/kneel/crawl X Wrist position deviation X Pinching/fine motor skills X Keyboard use/repetitive motion X Taste or smell (taste=never) X Talk or hear X Accurate 20/40 Very Accurate 20/20 Not Applicable Near Vision X Far Vision X Yes No Not Applicable Color Discrimination X Sensory Requirements Minimal Moderate Accurate Not Applicable Depth perception X Hearing X Environment Requirements Occupational Exposure Risk Potential Reasonably Anticipated Not Anticipated Blood borne pathogens X Chemical X Airborne communicable diseases X Extreme temperatures X Radiation X Uneven surfaces or elevations X Extreme noise levels X Dust/particulate matter X Other (exposure Risks) Usual workday hours: 8 X 10 12 Other work hours GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.
This job posting was last updated on 10/23/2025