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Foth is hiring a Lead Waterfront Engineer/Project Manager. This is a contract role in Detroit, Michigan. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.
Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive 92+% member retention rate! Learn more at foth.com/careers.
Foth is seeking a Lead Waterfront/Marine Structural Engineer & Project Manager to support and grow our Ports, Harbors, and Waterfront practice in Detroit, MI. This role will serve as a technical and project delivery leader on waterfront and marine infrastructure projects across the United States, including the Atlantic, Gulf and Pacific coasts as well as the Great Lakes while playing a key role in expanding Foth’s presence in the Great Lakes market.
The successful candidate will lead the planning, design, and delivery of waterfront, marine, and coastal infrastructure projects nationwide, including ports and terminals, piers, wharves, bulkheads, berthing and mooring systems, and shoreline protection systems. While the role offers exposure to projects across multiple regions of the country, the position will be anchored in Detroit, with a strong emphasis on local market growth, client development, and bolstering Foth in the region.
This position will work closely with Foth’s existing Great Lakes’s Ports and Harbors team to help establish strengthen local client relationships, and support project delivery nationally.
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How do I apply for the Lead Waterfront Engineer/Project Manager position at Foth?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Foth. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Lead Waterfront Engineer/Project Manager position at Foth located?
This position is based in Detroit, Michigan. Foth has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Lead Waterfront Engineer/Project Manager at Foth earn?
Foth has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Lead Waterfront Engineer/Project Manager role at Foth posted?
This role was posted on April 28, 2026 (74 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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