Senior Ports & Marine Structural Engineer

Norfolk

Permanent

$120,000 - $155,000 USD a year

Building Services

PR/610070_1789464170

The Company

Our client is a highly respected engineering and infrastructure consultancy delivering complex projects across the ports, maritime, industrial and transportation sectors. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and innovation, the organisation is continuing to expand its maritime capabilities and offers engineers the opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and growth-focused environment where leadership, professional development and technical expertise are highly valued.

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Ports & Marine Structural Engineer to lead the design and delivery of marine infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will take ownership of projects from concept through to construction, providing technical leadership across the design of piers, wharves, bulkheads, fender systems and related marine structures. The role combines project management, client engagement, business development and mentoring responsibilities, making it ideal for a senior engineer looking to influence major projects while supporting the growth of both clients and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Lead structural design activities from concept development through detailed design and construction completion.
Deliver marine infrastructure projects including piers, wharves, bulkheads, fender systems and associated structures.
Manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, staffing plans and project fees.
Oversee change management processes and ensure successful project delivery.
Apply advanced structural engineering principles, codes and industry standards to complex projects.
Review and approve engineering calculations, technical reports, drawings and specifications.
Lead field inspections, site investigations and structural assessments.
Provide construction support and resolve design-related installation and commissioning issues.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships with port authorities, terminal operators, shipping organisations and shipyards.
Support business development activities, identify new opportunities and contribute to winning work.
Prepare proposals, qualification submissions, cost estimates and project budgets.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams.
Ensure QA/QC procedures are followed throughout the project lifecycle.
Coordinate effectively with other engineering disciplines and project stakeholders.
Promote and maintain compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related discipline from an ABET-accredited programme.
Professional Engineer (PE) Licence required.
Minimum of 7 years' structural engineering experience, or 6 years with a Master's degree.
Strong experience in marine and waterfront structural design.
Proven ability to lead complex engineering projects and multidisciplinary teams.
Knowledge of industry codes and standards including IBC, AISC, ACI and ASCE 7.
Experience with project planning, budgeting and commercial management.
Excellent written, verbal and client-facing communication skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
Experience undertaking quality reviews of engineering deliverables.
EPC project experience desirable.
Willingness to travel to project and client sites as required.

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