Marine Structural Engineer / PM - Senior Level

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Marine Structural Engineer / Project Manager to join our Woodlands or Katy office.  As part of the Marine Structural Group, the Marine Structural Engineer will perform project management and lead the design of waterfront structures such as piers, bulkheads, breakwaters, shoreline protection systems, small boat harbors, floating platforms and ferry landings. This position will also work with teams across the company on a variety of structural projects related to marine and transportation infrastructure engineering. 

About Moffatt & Nichol:  

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 3rd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.  

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.  

Duties and responsibilities: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Establish standards, design approach and manage the technical analysis of marine structures and foundations using cast-in-place/prestressed concrete, steel, and timber
• Act as Project Manager for a wide range of project sizes
• Provide structural design, perform peer review, and oversee the design of other engineers
• Assist on Proposals and Business Development opportunities with new and existing clients
• Monitor and report on project scope and budget
• Actively participate in the training and development of junior staff
• Provide quality reviews of drawings and calculations
• Interact directly with clients 

Other duties: 

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural engineering; required
• Master's Degree in Structural engineering; preferred
• Professional Engineering license (PE) in Texas or ability to gain through reciprocity within 6 months; required
• 15 years of experience in Marine / Waterfront Structural Engineering Design, Project Management, Business Development, and staff training and development; required
• Knowledge of regional / local client pool and have relationships that will help with business development; required
• Experience as a Sr. Project / Program Manager providing structural design, perform peer review, and oversee the project design;required
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation) 
• Availability and willingness to travel
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire 

Working conditions: 

Sedentary for prolonged period of time, interact with clients, and travel occasionally. 

Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions® serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer/ Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings. 

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