Engineering Director

General Characteristics

Makes decisions with broad influence on activities of their organizations.
Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding projects and activities of major consequence.
Provides leadership and develops and engages others to create a common vision for their projects and the organization.

Minimum Years Of Experience

Minimum 25 years of experience developing business with public clients.

Education

B.S. or M.S. Engineering, Master's Degree or Equivalent Experience
Preferred Certification/Licensure
Must be a Registered PE with ability to be certified in WV, OH, KY, and IN.

Technical Responsibilities

• Performs advisory or consulting work for the organization across broad project areas or within a specialized area with innovative/complex aspects.
• Affirms practices and requirements to achieve sustainable performance of complex engineering projects from a systems perspective.
• Project and Task Management
• Experienced in developing teams and proposals for submitting LOI’s
• Oversees multiple large or multidiscipline project teams.
• Develops projects needed for accomplishing the objectives of the organization.
• Evaluates project management plans for complex engineering projects.
• Develops risk mitigation plans to address project risks.
• Evaluates effectiveness of leaders and teams.
• May manage projects, up to $250,000 in yearly value, without GAI President’s approval, but is a small component of overall work.

Management Responsibility

Receives general administrative direction.
Develops organizational strategy for staff development through mentored experience, continuing education, and self-development.

Communication Skills

Negotiates critical and controversial issues with leadership.
Represents the organization at important functions and conferences.

Why GAI?

GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve.
Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets.
Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility;
your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits;
a range of employee wellness programs and discounts;
and more.

Benefits To Working at GAI

• Competitive Pay & Recognition
  Market based, competitive compensation
  Performance driven recognition and development bonuses
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness
  Medical, dental, and vision plans
  Company paid short-term and long-term disability
  Company paid life insurance
  Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
• Meaningful Work–Life Balance
  Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
  An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you
  Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Growth, Learning & Financial Security
  401(k) with company match
  Tuition reimbursement
  Support and rewards for professional development and certifications