Provides geotechnical, dam, tunnel engineering & earth‑retention foundation solutions worldwide.
Lead design and management of earth embankment dams, reservoirs and hydraulic structures.
6 days ago ago
$120,000 - $220,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Longmont, CO
Hybrid
Company Size
596 Employees
Service Specialisms
Geotechnical Engineering
Design
Construction
Engineering
Project Management
Consulting
Site Investigation
Sector Specialisms
Dam and Levee
Geoprofessional
Structures and Facilities
Tunnels and Underground
Water Supply, Conveyance, and Distribution
Construction Phase Services
Institutional
Highways and Bridges
Role
Description
construction supervision
design review
technical oversight
project management
business development
client management
Supervise construction related engineering services.
Proactively market and develop dam engineering business opportunities.
Prepare and/or review design calculations, engineering reports, construction drawings, and technical specifications.
Manage client relationships.
Provide engineering expertise, technical oversight and overall management of earth embankment dams, water storage reservoirs and conveyance engineering projects.
Perform project management activities including planning and delegating work, managing project budgets, invoicing, communicating resource needs and reporting backlog.
Supervise and mentor junior engineers.
Work as a team member within the Longmont office and across other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resources.
Requirements
hydraulic modeling
civil b.s.
professional engineer
15+ years
dam construction
dam safety
Experience/proficiency with common computer-aided analyses and modeling programs applicable to dam and general hydraulic engineering.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or other related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
Ability to pass a pre-employment screening
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) and the ability to obtain reciprocity.
A strong work ethic and the desire to perform professionally at a high level.
Attention to detail and well-organized.
A Master’s Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering is preferred.
15 years plus of relevant work experience in design of water storage, control, measurement and conveyance infrastructure.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Experience with construction of earth embankment dams, spillways, and drain systems.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Experience preparing and reviewing construction drawings and technical specifications.
Prefer willingness to travel, with some overnight travel.
Experience with construction of water storage and conveyance structures.
Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check
Experience and knowledge of applicable state and federal dam safety design methodologies, policies and regulations.
Benefits
Wellness program
Paid time off
Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
Long-term disability
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
Bonus program
Dental insurance
Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
Professional development and tuition reimbursement
Flexible spending accounts
9 Paid Holidays
Medical insurance
401(k) and profit-sharing plan
Supplemental life insurance
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
must pass a background check (criminal history, motor vehicle record, credit check).
must pass a pre‑employment screening.
Company
Overview
From its headquarters in Virginia, it blends technical design and on‑site build for tunnels, dams, foundations and retention systems.
Typical projects include data center foundations, stadium ramp support, sewer installations and gravity‑retaining walls.
Their team engineered thousands of earth‑retention systems—soldier piles, soil nails, secant piles, jet grouting, micropiles—spanning remote and urban sites.
Known for pioneering permanent soil‑nail and tie‑back systems, turning temporary shoring solutions into long‑term engineering staples.
Culture + Values
A principled and proven company, trusted and transparent, always doing what we say we’re going to do to ensure that our clients and employees are protected from any unnecessary risk.
Optimizing efficiencies by leveraging decades of experience to provide approaches that eliminate complexity and consistently deliver positive outcomes for our clients.
Guided by the principles of our founder … commit daily to a proven system for success.
Safety-oriented workplace culture with management involved in low-level operations and approachable leadership.
Collaborative, team-focused environment where everyone works together.
Nationwide design-build structure offering career autonomy and opportunity to work across field and office.
Environment + Sustainability
Prioritize battery-powered tools and equipment to reduce carbon emissions and eliminate fuel spills
Replace heavy equipment engines with Tier IV models and use high-efficiency particulate filters to cut emissions
Comprehensive spill-response plans and on-site kits to prevent and manage fuel or material leaks
Stormwater pollution prevention via silt fencing and hay bales near waterways
Use renewable wood materials in lagging projects and comply with LEED-certified sustainable materials
Heat equipment facility with recycled oil and lubricants
Employ fluid-recycling technology in jet-grouting to reduce cement use
Digital documentation and power-monitoring to minimize waste
Inclusion & Diversity
No publicly stated DEI strategy or measurable outcomes found on company website or LinkedIn
No published gender breakdown or targets available