Coastal Engineer/ Project Manager

Stantec

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job description:Many of the world’s top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community’s interaction with water a bit differently—as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries. Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed. Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations. By 2025 we’re hiring 2,000 people (like you) to join our team. Grow with us, H2O+U.Your OpportunityStantec’s Water Resources sector is seeking a highly motivated Coastal Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Texas and help manage and deliver projects in a multi-disciplinary team environment. Stantec is a leader in the coastal engineering industry with a deep bench of expertise and our dynamic Coastal Engineering Team leads and supports a wide variety of coastal work across the US. It is an exciting time to join us as we serve our client’s needs and create more opportunities for our staff’s growth and development. Team members are expected to be able to contribute to the industry in an impactful way in several areas of coastal engineering and be an expert or developing expert in at least one of the following areas:Dredging Planning, Design, and Construction ManagementNatural Hazards and Coastal RiskCoastal Hydrodynamics and MorphologyDesign and Analysis of Coastal Structures, Ports, Harbors, and WaterwaysCoastal Management, Environmental Restoration, and EnhancementField Measurements, Instrumentation, Remote-SensingYour Key ResponsibilitiesWork in a manner to protect the health and safety of Stantec employees, clients and the public by following company health, safety and security guidelines and policies.Demonstrate high level of understanding the principles and practices of coastal engineering, dredging, coastal hydrodynamics, wave theory, and sediment transport mechanics.Provide project management duties including scoping and executing projects involving Coastal Engineering analysis, modeling, PS&E design on on-going projects throughout the US, with a focus on Texas and the Gulf Coast.Demonstrate ability to complete complex engineering calculations and modeling for the design or analysis of projects located in coastal environments, such as large coastal storm risk management (levees and floodwalls) and ecosystem restoration projects.Provide project management planning and permitting assistance, design, and construction oversight services.Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the coastal engineering work in waterways, marine and wildlife habitats, beaches, and coastal wetlands of the Gulf Coast Region.Prepare cost and project estimates, job budgets and schedules.Prepare or oversee the preparation of final plans and reports and submit them for approval.Prepare proposals and lead technical aspects of marketing efforts.Conduct coastal engineering investigations and planning work.Coordinate work with other coastal engineers and professionals within and outside own discipline, and with support services staff.Plan, schedule and conduct or coordinate construction services on projects.Communicate effectively and apply with a high level of understanding the principles and practices of coastal engineering, dredging design principles, beneficial use, coastal hydrodynamics, wave theory, and sediment transport mechanics.Maintain and enhance our reputation with clients, approval agencies and industry professionals as an outstanding service provider.Remaining current on regulatory policy and rule changes and may establish working relationships with regulatory officials.Maintain consistently high standards of delivery, quality, flexibility, and innovation.Enhance the reputation of Stantec through preparation and presentation of papers at professional society conferences and seminars.Conduct peer and quality reviews on all applicable projects.Coordinate with Stantec leadership and client contacts routinely to explore future opportunities, budget planning, and staff resourcing needs.Other duties or responsibilities as assigned.Your Capabilities and CredentialsACOPNE Certification preferred - Diplomat in Coastal Port, Ocean and/or Navigation Engineering.Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to conduct effective client and agency presentations and written technical report preparation, as well as effective skills working in diverse team environments with staff, clients, and stakeholders.Demonstrated project experience through professional publications and presentations.Demonstrated fieldwork, such as reconnaissance, measurements, construction inspection, or instrument handling and deployment.Completing design calculations for coastal and civil engineering practice: including navigation channel design, dredge/fill, disposal site designs, sediment management, marine structures, rubble mound structures, geotechnical/foundation designs, hydrodynamics/fluid mechanics, and drainage and flood control infrastructure.Coastal engineering analysis in support of coastal flood hazard studies under a predefined framework, specifically wave runup/overtopping analysis, and wave overland propagation analysis.Demonstrated experience with preparation of design plans and specifications for bidding and construction purposes.Demonstrated experience with construction oversight and administration duties including shop drawing approval, review of contractor surveys/progress reports, and execution of final certification(s) upon project completion.Application of numerical modeling tools for simulating circulation, waves, water quality, sediment transport, or mixing (e.g. MIKE, ADCIRC, Xbeach, GenCADE, CMS, Delft3D, SWAN).Skill in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Project).Demonstrated successful experience in decision making, including making sound defensible business decisions; and identifying, assessing, evaluating and solving complex problems.Strong project management credentials, including but not limited to scoping, establishing schedules, project plan development, and routine tracking/reporting throughout project implementation.Education and ExperienceMinimum Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Coastal, or Environmental Engineering with 7+ years of experience in one of the areas of expertise listed above; Master of Science Degree preferred.Preferred registration as Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas preferred with ability to obtain reciprocity in multiple states.Typical office environment working with computers and working at a desk for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be requiredof the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.Pay Range:
  • Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - Min Salary $ 112,300.00 - Max Salary $ 168,500.00
Primary Location: United States | TX | Austin
Organization: 1773 Water-US Gulf-Austin TX
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 07/07/2025 03:07:39
Req ID: 1001433

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