Dam & Hydraulic Structures Growth Leader (Hybrid/Remote)

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 236,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and well-being programs

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. seeks a Principal/Senior Principal to lead the Dams market, driving business development across the national practice. Based in multiple US offices, the role blends technical leadership with client strategy and team growth.

You will mentor staff, manage proposals, and build relationships with clients and partners, delivering dam safety assessments, rehabilitation options, and complex hydraulic structures projects. Hybrid or remote work options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis on structural engineering (required).
• Advanced degree in the same or related field (preferred).
• Professional registration (PE or SE) (required).
• Minimum 10 years (15+ preferred) of dam engineering experience.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary project teams and travel for site visits (required).

Responsibilities

• Lead BD activities with the Dams and Hydraulic Structures practice across the country.
• Develop and coordinate a regional business strategy for dams and hydraulic structures.
• Establish relationships with potential clients and identify opportunities.
• Recruit and mentor talent to grow the dam engineering capabilities.
• Prepare technical proposals and marketing materials, and participate in professional organizations.
• Provide technical leadership on dam safety, rehabilitation, and design projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Dam engineering experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Advanced degree (preferred)

Professional registration (PE or SE)

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. seeks a Principal/Senior Principal to lead the Dams market, driving business development across the national practice. Based in multiple US offices, the role blends technical leadership with client strategy and team growth.

You will mentor staff, manage proposals, and build relationships with clients and partners, delivering dam safety assessments, rehabilitation options, and complex hydraulic structures projects. Hybrid or remote work options are available.