Senior Marine/Coastal Engineer - Project Management

Baird has an opportunity for a Senior Marine/Coastal Engineer with technical expertise and project management experience in water resources and coastal engineering.You will manage all phases of project work, from planning and design through construction and close-out, while serving as a key client contact. Responsibilities also include business development, proposal support, and client relationship management. Regular travel, including extended site visits, may be required to support project execution and client engagement.As an experienced engineer, you will also provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff as part of a collaborative team environment.Your experience will complement and enhance our team’s capabilities in coastal and marine structures, port and navigation engineering, risk analysis, hydrology and hydraulics, metocean analysis, and construction management. Baird offers the potential for ownership in the company—a long-term opportunity to help shape its future and share in its success.What You’ll Be DoingProject Management & Technical DeliveryLead the planning, design, and delivery of complex coastal and waterfront infrastructure projects.Serve as the primary technical lead and project manager on coastal engineering assignments.Apply advanced coastal and structural engineering principles to develop design solutions for coastal protection, erosion control, and marine infrastructure.Oversee and review design documentation including engineering reports, construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while ensuring adherence to internal quality control processes.Ensure all project work is conducted with attention to safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance.Client EngagementManage client relationships, acting as the day-to-day point of contact and ensuring client expectations are met or exceeded.Support proposal development, interviews, and business development strategies.Maintain and grow client relationships; guide project strategy to align with client needs.Regular travel, including extended site visits, is required to support project execution and maintain client relations.Team Coordination & CollaborationCoordinate multidisciplinary teams including engineers, scientists, surveyors, and CADD/GIS specialists across offices and time zones.Lead site investigations, condition assessments, and construction oversight for marine projects.