Coastal/Waterfront Group Director Civil Engineering

Abonmarche is a team of professionals who are passionate about helping others-- with client service at the core of everything we do. We are a practice of people who are passionate about engineering, architecture, surveying, planning, landscape architecture, and more. Our teams are collaborative, agile, innovative, and focused on creating the best client experience available. The communities and clients we serve know that by working with us, they’re collaborating with a firm that helps foster opportunity.

Working at Abonmarche means you'll have the opportunity to grow, learn, and share your expertise with others. Supported by a mentorship-based culture, our teams are empowered to develop their skillsets and lead transformative work in the communities all across our service areas.

A strong emphasis on community and family means you'll have the chance to engage with your community in your work here at Abonmarche, through our volunteer and philanthropic programs, and within a culture of supportive work-life balance.

Abonmarche is seeking a Coastal/Waterfront Group Director in our Grand Rapids, MI office.

Job Summary:
The Coastal/Waterfront Group Director will lead and manage engineering projects, focusing on waterfront and shoreline developments, restoration, and infrastructure enhancement. This role requires in-depth knowledge of marine and coastal engineering principles, regulatory compliance, client relations, and a demonstrated history of successfully delivering complex projects within schedule and budget. This individual will serve as a technical expert, managing teams and working collaboratively across various disciplines to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions in civil engineering.

Responsibilities:
• Manage projects from initial planning through to execution, ensuring alignment with client expectations, timelines, and budgetary goals.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and project insights.
• Supervise and develop staff.
• Prepare project budgets, monitor expenses, and optimize resource allocation to meet financial targets.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients, regulatory agencies, contractors, and internal teams; provide timely updates and progress reports.
• Lead the design and development of coastal and waterfront infrastructure projects, including breakwaters, seawalls, ports, marinas, and shoreline protection systems.
• Ensure all projects comply with federal, state, and local environmental and construction regulations; obtain necessary permits and liaise with environmental and regulatory bodies.
• Conduct risk assessments for coastal projects, considering factors like storm surge, erosion, sea-level rise, and climate resilience.
• Cultivate strong client relationships, assess client needs, and propose tailored solutions to secure project opportunities.
• Lead and coordinate proposal development for new projects, including technical write-ups, budgets, and scope.
• Identify opportunities for expanding the firm’s coastal/waterfront services and develop strategies for business growth within these sectors.

Education:
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Coastal, or Environmental Engineering

Licensure/Certification/Registration:
• Professional Engineer license required

Work Experience/Qualifications:

• 10+ Years of Experience in civil engineering, with a focus on coastal and waterfront projects.
• Proven Track Record of managing large-scale projects, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Skills & Competencies
• Technical Proficiency in coastal engineering principles, including wave dynamics, sediment transport, and marine construction techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse stakeholders.
• Adept at data analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving, especially within dynamic coastal environments.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to inspire, motivate, and mentor team members.
• Familiarity with relevant environmental and marine regulations and permitting processes.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Job Type: Full-time