Geosyntec Consultants · 8 hours ago
Structural Practice Lead - Hydraulic Structures
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$147K/yr - $260K/yr
10+ years expGeosyntec Consultants is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients. They are seeking a Structural Practice Lead - Hydraulic Structures to provide technical expertise and collaborate with existing professionals to grow their Dams and Hydraulic Structures Engineering practice.
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Responsibilities
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
Leading 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; and
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with emphasis on structural engineering
Professional registration (i.e., PE or SE)
At least 10 years of relevant experience with dam engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with multi-disciplinary project teams
Ability and willingness to perform fieldwork and travel for site visits, inspections, and other business-related meetings or conferences
Demonstrated success in the development and management of clients, with overnight travel
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel
Preferred
Advanced degree in the same or related field
At least 15 years of relevant experience with dam engineering
Detailed understanding of Regulations and Guidelines including USACE, USBR, NRCS, FERC, and state agencies, and best practices by ASDSO, USSD, etc
Knowledge of Risk-Informed-Decision-Making (RIDM) methodologies such as USACE, FERC, and Reclamation
Previously approved as Part 12D Independent Consultant by FERC
Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers
Benefits
Paid holidays
Vacation
Sick
Personal paid time off
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability insurance
401(k)
Other benefits to eligible employees
Company
Geosyntec Consultants
Geosyntec is a full-service consulting and engineering firm that works with private and public sector clients.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-05-10Acquired
Leadership Team
Peter Zeeb
Senior Principal, President and CEO
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