Structural Practice Lead - Hydraulic Structures

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Structural Practice Lead - Hydraulic Structures.

This role will be based in Boston, MA;
Syracuse, NY;
Bloomfield, NJ;
Davis, CA; or Los Angeles, CA, with potential for hybrid or fully remote schedule.

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

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with emphasis on structural engineering. (required)
• Advanced degree in the same or related field. (preferred)
• Professional registration (i.e., PE or SE). (required)

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

This position is available in multiple locations with the following salary ranges:

• Bloomfield, NJ;
  Boston, MA;
  Los Angeles, CA: $156,115 – $271,495 per year
• Syracuse, NY: $135,755 – $236,080 per year
• Davis, CA: $149,330 – $259,690 per year

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal paid time off; medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k); and other benefits to eligible employees.