New England Coastal Lead / Sr. Coastal Scientist

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. Moffatt & Nichol is seeking a Sr. Coastal Scientist to join our Boston office. This position will support the Coastal / Water practice through ongoing business development and project management efforts. They will be responsible for the development of technical standards, design approaches, and manage the technical analysis of coastal engineering, science, and modeling projects.

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 transportation. For the 4th 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.

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.

Serves as local coastal leader contributing to strategic growth and development initiatives of the discipline and practice

• Actively participates in the identification, training, and development of junior staff
• Interacts directly with clients; perceived as an expert in the market; serves as expert witness
• Supports Coastal / Water practice through contacts and ongoing business development efforts
• Works with critical agencies, as well as private sector clients
• Implements scientific and regulatory tasks for projects in order to ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws, regulations, and policies
• Leads, manages, and contributes technical oversight for coastal planning projects and studies, including:
  1. Wave modeling, deep water MetOcean conditions, hindcast data, gathering of wind, wave, current, and water levels measurements, processing and statistical data analysis
  2. hydrodynamic, wave, and sediment transport models for assessment of environmental conditions
  3. flood protection strategies
• Provides design review and oversight, performs peer review
• Monitors and reports on project scopes and budgets
• Writes clear, concise, and accurate technical and non-technical reports, correspondence, memoranda, and specifications
• Plans, schedules work and completes work assignments within established budgets and timelines
• Expertise in areas of:
  • Coastal Planning and scientific processes
  • Wave transformation and wave agitation analysis
  • MetOcean data analysis
  • Evaluating hydrodynamic and wave conditions Statistics and Scientific Visualization
  • MIKE by DHI, Delft3D
  • MATLAB, high performance computing
  • Geomorphology and Sediment Management
  • Coastal Management
  • Scientific Data Management

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:

• MS in Coastal, Ocean, Environmental or related science degree with Coastal emphasis; required
• BS in Ecology, Marine Biology, Coastal, Geography or related science; required
• 10+ years’ experience in Coastal Consulting industry; required
• High ethical standards and work principles
• Detail oriented, while being efficient in managing time and resources
• Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills
• Expert negotiation and mediation skills, particularly with environmental regulatory matters
• 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

Moffatt & Nichol’s Employment Benefits:

At Moffatt & Nichol, we genuinely care about our team and strive to create a warm, welcoming environment. We’re excited to offer a range of great benefits and cover many costs to support you. Here are some highlights:

• Enjoy low-cost employee healthcare with our company-paid high-deductible medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Family coverage is available
  • Low-deductible plan available
• Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
• Stay energized with our amazing Wellness Program (with financial incentives) to keep you healthy and fit
  • Features include: monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists, access to a Healthwise Pharmacist, mindfulness apps like The Calm and BetterHelp, and more
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and support
• Generous Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level), Paid Holidays (7), and a floating holiday
• 401(k) match to help you reach your financial goals
• Excellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the company
• You may also have the option to further your education with our comprehensive Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Plus, there are plenty of training opportunities, a Leadership Development Program, a formal Mentoring program, an active YP (Young Professionals) group, and so much more
• And because we care about all members of your family, we offer Pet Insurance to look after your furry friends

Working conditions:

General office role; occasional weekend or beyond 40 hour weeks to meet client deadlines.

Physical requirements:

Majority of work is office based. Some site visits may be required.

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 draw from the world’s best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

EEO is the LAW

If you need more information or require special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact Human Resources at (562) 590-6500 or TTY/TDD users please call 711.

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 programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and 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.
EEO is the LAW