Dams & Levees Discipline Lead

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Dams & Levees Discipline Lead to lead and support complex infrastructure risk management initiatives. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep expertise in dam and levee safety, risk-informed decision-making, and portfolio risk management. The consultant will provide strategic guidance, technical oversight, and coordination to enhance the safety and resilience of critical infrastructure systems.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead the development and application of risk-informed methodologies for dams, levees, and related infrastructure.

* Conduct and review risk assessments, including potential failure modes analysis (PFMA) and semi-quantitative/quantitative risk evaluations.

* Advise clients on prioritization strategies for infrastructure investments based on risk profiles.

* Support the development of dam and levee safety programs, including inspection protocols, risk communication, and emergency action planning.

* Provide subject matter expertise in geotechnical, structural, and hydraulic engineering as it relates to dam safety.

* Guide the integration of innovative tools and data analytics into risk management practices.

* Collaborate with federal agencies (e.g., USACE, FEMA, Bureau of Reclamation), state regulators, and private owners to align safety standards and share best practices.

* Represent clients in technical forums, public meetings, and interagency working groups.

* Oversee or contribute to the execution of major dam safety projects, including design reviews, risk mitigation planning, and construction oversight.

* Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, including FERC, USACE, and FEMA guidelines.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

* BA/BS in civil, Geotechnical, or Structural Engineering and 12+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

* Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience directing or advising national-level dam safety programs

* Familiarity with the USACE Risk Management Center framework

* Ability to mentor junior engineers and lead multidisciplinary teams

* Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills

* Experience in dam safety, infrastructure risk management, or related fields

* Demonstrated leadership in federal or large-scale infrastructure programs

* Proficiency in risk modeling tools and dam safety software

* Experience with federal dam safety programs (e.g., USACE, FERC, FEMA)

Additional Information

* Sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this position.

* Occasional project/client related travel may be required.

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