W.F. Baird & Associates Coastal Engineers Ltd. (Baird) provides professional engineering and technical services related to the design of coastal structures and facilities that interact with the world’s oceans, lakes, and rivers. Baird is recognized for the successful completion of innovative and practical projects throughout North and South America, the Caribbean, Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

We provide a stimulating work environment, with opportunities for domestic and international travel, professional development, and ownership potential within the company. Baird is a 100-person engineering firm specializing in coastal, marine, and riverine engineering with offices in the U.S., Canada, Barbados, Chile, and Australia.  We are one of the only firms in the world dedicated exclusively to marine and coastal projects, and we encourage you to visit our website (www.baird.com) to gain additional insight into our company, capabilities, and experience.

W.F. Baird & Associates is seeking a Senior Marine Structural Engineer with experience in waterfront construction observation, contract administration and construction management. This North Atlantic based position will complement and expand our existing team strengths in marine and coastal construction and design.

 

Job Responsibilities:

• Construction – The position will require a full-time on-site presence as Owner’s representative and resident engineer at a major coastal project near the Arthur Kill in New York City. You will work with inspectors daily and also be supported in-house by other project team members with expertise in marine construction, contract administration, and engineering. (Note that this role will require
• Cost Estimating – Provide input and expertise related to cost estimating for marine projects, including rubblemound breakwaters, pier construction, and waterfront design.
• Post Construction – Once the construction project is complete in 2024, you will become part of our Baird New York City team, providing project management and leadership in execution of marine and coastal design projects.  Under this role you will be responsible for overall project planning, execution, control and closure of projects associated with flood risk management, navigation, ecosystem restoration, and other water resource related projects.
• Controls and manages project milestones and budgets from planning through construction and initial operations with a focus on meeting project objectives.
• Prepares detailed scope of work and leads the development of labor and subcontracting budgets.
• Assists in the development of other project management professionals through mentoring, training, and review of work products.
• Participate in proposal preparation and interviews, attract new clients, and retain clients as necessary.
• Work across our different offices and time zones.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or a closely related engineering category.
• Professional Engineering license.
• Construction Management Experience
• 12+ years of marine construction and engineering experience.
• Strong interest in analysis, design, and construction related to :
  • Coastal – shore protection, flood risk reduction infrastructure (levees, gates, walls), beach restoration, breakwaters, jetties, & groins.
  • Ecosystem Restoration – living shorelines, marsh restoration, reefs, adaptive structures (preferred).
  • Navigation & Dredging – design of channels and turning basins, analysis of vessel traffic and hazards, dredging, dredged material management.
  • Port Infrastructure – port planning, piers, dolphins, bulkheads, heavy lift structures, pipelines, multi and single-buoy moorings, fenders, and ship loading equipment.
  • Ocean Renewable Energy – nearshore and offshore wind, wave, or current generators and support infrastructure foundations, port logistics, procurement.
• Willingness to travel for several 1-2 week periods domestically and internationally. Occasional opportunities may be longer.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills (English).
• Flexible work style, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment, meet challenging deadlines and client needs.
• Ability to work well on multi-disciplinary teams (internal and external) under tight deadlines and changing scope.

 

Nice to Have Qualifications:

• M.S. or M.Eng. in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering.
• Construction experience related to waterfront and coastal projects.
• Broad interest in multiple areas of marine and coastal engineering.

 

Baird is employee-owned. We offer competitive compensation and benefits. Please attach your cover letter and résumé to your application.

W.F. Baird & Associates is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an EOE/M/F/D/V.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

 

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees with this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.