Structural Practice Lead - Hydraulic Structures

Overview

Lead and expand dam/hydraulic structures practice, providing technical and business development expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• dam design
• safety reviews
• structural analysis
• risk analysis
• technical proposals
• client development

Tasks

-Develop and coordinate a regional business strategy for Dams and Hydraulic Structures. -Participate in professional organizations and activities. -Assist with recruitment of top talent to assemble a talented, multi-disciplinary team. -Identify and track clients and opportunities. -Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed. -Design services during construction. -Leading dam safety reviews for both mining and water dams; -Work in collaboration with the Geosyntec Dams and Hydraulic Structures practice and other key engineering staff across the country to lead business development activities: -Leverage existing and establish new relationships with potential teaming partners. -Preparation of construction plans and specifications. -Ensure projects achieve goals for technical excellence, budget control, schedule compliance, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability. -Alternatives analyses to evaluate and compare rehabilitation options for embankment and concrete dams. -Establish relationships with potential clients. -Structural evaluations and stability analyses of concrete dams, spillways, outlet works, and other ancillary structures. -Lead the preparation of technical proposals. -Provide technical leadership and oversight for Dams and Hydraulic Structures projects in one or more of the following technical areas: -Dam safety inspections and engineering assessments of concrete dams and their appurtenances and structural aspects of embankment dams, levees, and other water management structures. -Analysis, design, and detailing of rehabilitation schemes for dams and appurtenances, foundations and anchoring systems, reinforced concrete and structural structures, roller-compacted concrete (RCC) dams, chute spillway structures, energy dissipation structures, aprons; and channels. -Performing potential failure modes analyses and SQRA and QRA risk analyses. -Serve as a mentor for technical staff and assist with staff development and recruiting to grow the firm’s dam engineering capabilities; and -Work with marketing staff for the preparation of marketing materials.

Requirements

• pe
• hazwoper
• leadership
• 10+ years
• dam engineering
• ferc

What You Bring

-Experience with multi-disciplinary project teams. (required) -Advanced degree in the same or related field. (preferred) -Ability and willingness to perform fieldwork and travel for site visits, inspections, and other business-related meetings or conferences. (required) -Professional registration (i.e., PE or SE.). (required) -Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required) -Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred) -Excellent leadership and communication skills. (required) -At least 10 years (15+ preferred) of relevant experience with dam engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required) -Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required. -Detailed understanding of Regulations and Guidelines including USACE, USBR, NRCS, FERC, and state agencies, and best practices by ASDSO, USSD, etc. (preferred) -Demonstrated success in the development and management of clients, with overnight travel. (required) -Previously approved as Part 12D Independent Consultant by FERC. (preferred) -Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with emphasis on structural engineering. (required) -Knowledge of Risk-Informed-Decision-Making (RIDM) methodologies such as USACE, FERC, and Reclamation. (preferred) -Candidates must currently hold and maintain valid U.S. work authorization. New H-1B visa lottery and employment based green card sponsorship are not available for this position.

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About Geosyntec Consultants

-Founded with a vision to solve complex environmental and engineering challenges. -Specializes in addressing complex environmental, geotechnical, and water resource issues. -Provides innovative solutions in areas like water management, environmental remediation, and industrial risk management. -Has built a strong reputation in industries including infrastructure, energy, and commercial development. -Known for working on diverse projects, from contaminated site cleanups to complex water systems. -Focuses on developing sustainable solutions that improve the environmental and industrial landscape.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-no h‑1b or green‑card sponsorship; must have existing u.s. work authorization.

Security Clearance

-may require drug and background testing per client requirements.