Lead Dams Engineer — Upstate NY Projects

GEI Consultants; Town of Amherst, Town of Ithaca, New York (NY, NY, NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive compensation

Annual performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits including Medical and Dental

Flexible work arrangements

Continuing education assistance

Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Dams Engineer / Project Manager to oversee complex water infrastructure projects in Upstate New York. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in project management, hold a professional civil engineer license in New York, and possess strong communication skills. This role involves collaborating with teams, managing project deliveries, and contributing to the firm’s growth in the region. Attractive compensation and benefits are offered, including hybrid work schedules.

Qualifications

• 15+ years’ experience in design, project management, and construction of dams, levees, flood management systems, and/or hydropower projects.
• Understanding of regulatory and permitting environment in New York and surrounding states.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on strategy and vision to reinforce and expand the Upstate NY Dams Practice.
• Manage and supervise design teams on water infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical input in civil, structural, geotechnical, and water resources.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Civil engineering

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Registered professional civil engineer in New York

Job description

EngineeringAmherst,New YorkIthaca,New YorkNew York,New York
Salary: USD 100000.00 - 150000.00 Annually

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Dams Engineer / Project Manager, with a strategic focus on Upstate New York. This position aligns with GEI’s seller-doer model.

The ideal candidate will bring proven success in securing, managing, and delivering complex water infrastructure projects and be excited by the opportunity to manage and deliver projects and help expand GEI’s market share in Upstate NY and neighboring states.

• Collaborate with existing practitioners on the overall strategy and vision to reinforce and expand the Upstate NY Dams Practice
• Plan, coordinate, direct, and supervise design teams in the inspection, evaluation, and design of water infrastructure projects such as dams, levees, spillways, outlet works, hydroelectric facilities, and other appurtenant structures
• Provide technical input and oversight in one or more of the following technical disciplines: civil, structural, geotechnical, water resources, hydrology and hydraulics, mechanical
• Resolve complex issues to benefit our clients
• Manage local, regional, and national projects
• Identify, develop, pursue, and win opportunities with new and existing clients within New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, the East region, and nationwide
• Manage project teams often representing multiple services and subconsultants.

Minimum Qualifications

• 15+ years’ experience in design, project management, and construction of dams, levees, flood management systems, and/or hydropower projects
• Registered professional civil engineer in New York
• Understanding of regulatory and permitting environment in New York and the surrounding states, including work under the jurisdiction of the NYSDEC, PADEP, VTANR, and other agencies (USACE, FERC, etc.)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience pursuing and winning opportunities for water clients in NY
• Strong reputation in the NY market for dams, levees, flood control structures and/or hydropower services
• Demonstrated experience in water resource engineering with strong analysis and design experience working on large civil works projects such as dams, levees, flood walls, canals, penstocks, and related structures.
• Able to supervise and direct junior staff.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

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As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $100,000.00 – $150,000.00/year
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

X

Sedentary

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

6-8 hours

Standing

0-1 hour

Walking

0-1 hour

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

Carrying objects

0-1 hour

Push/pull

X

Twisting

0-1 hour

0-1 hour

Reaching forward

0-1 hour

Reaching overhead

0-1 hour

X

3-5 hours

1-2 hours

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

6-8 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

0-1 hour

Talk or hear

6-8 hours

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

X

Chemical

X

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks):

X

8

10

12

Other work hours

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