Structural Practice Lead - Hydraulic Structures

Geosyntec Consultants

The Role

Overview

Lead and grow hydraulic structures practice, delivering dam engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • risk analysis
  • dam safety
  • structural evaluation
  • design services
  • business development
  • technical proposals

Tasks

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

Requirements

  • pe
  • civil eng
  • 10+ years
  • hazwoper
  • leadership
  • driver license

What You Bring

-Ability and willingness to perform fieldwork and travel for site visits, inspections, and other business-related meetings or conferences. (required) -Excellent leadership and communication skills. (required) -Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred) -Knowledge of Risk-Informed-Decision-Making (RIDM) methodologies such as USACE, FERC, and Reclamation. (preferred) -Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required) -Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required. -Advanced degree in the same or related field. (preferred) -Previously approved as Part 12D Independent Consultant by FERC. (preferred) -At least 10 years (15+ preferred) of relevant experience with dam engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required) -Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with emphasis on structural engineering. (required) -Demonstrated success in the development and management of clients, with overnight travel. (required) -Experience with multi-disciplinary project teams. (required) -Detailed understanding of Regulations and Guidelines including USACE, USBR, NRCS, FERC, and state agencies, and best practices by ASDSO, USSD, etc. (preferred) -Professional registration (i.e., PE or SE.). (required)

The Company

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

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Government

Security Clearance

-client-driven drug and background testing may be required.