Hydraulics Practice Lead, Dams & Levees – Grow & Impact

Geosyntec Consultants; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 156,115 - 271,495; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays and time off

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

A leading engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Hydraulics Practice Lead - Dams and Levees. The role involves providing technical leadership, mentoring staff, and managing complex water resource projects focused on dams and levees. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of consulting experience, is a licensed professional engineer, and possesses strong project management and communication skills. This position offers hybrid or remote work flexibility and a competitive salary package, emphasizing technical innovation and career growth.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of direct engineering consulting experience on water resource projects.
• Experience with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability to perform fieldwork and travel for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and guidance in hydraulic engineering.
• Lead dam and levee projects, managing resources and mentoring staff.
• Prepare technical reports, plans, and specifications.

Skills

Hydraulic analysis and modelling

Hydraulic engineering

Project management

Business development

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in water resources or environmental engineering

Professional registration (i.e., P.E.)

Advanced degree in similar field

Tools

HEC-RAS

CFD models

HEC-LifeSim

HEC-FIA

Job description

A leading engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Hydraulics Practice Lead - Dams and Levees. The role involves providing technical leadership, mentoring staff, and managing complex water resource projects focused on dams and levees. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of consulting experience, is a licensed professional engineer, and possesses strong project management and communication skills. This position offers hybrid or remote work flexibility and a competitive salary package, emphasizing technical innovation and career growth.