Senior Dams Engineer/Project Manager

GEI Consultants, Inc.; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive compensation

Annual performance bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits program

Hybrid work schedules

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading environmental engineering firm in New York is seeking a Senior Dams Engineer/Project Manager to manage complex water infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of relevant experience, be a registered civil engineer in New York, and possess strong project management and communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, as well as opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in design, project management, and construction of dams, levees, or hydropower projects.
• Registered professional civil engineer in New York.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on strategy and vision for the Upstate NY Dams Practice.
• Plan and supervise design teams in water infrastructure project evaluations.
• Manage local, regional, and national projects.
• Identify and pursue opportunities with clients.

Skills

Project Management

Water Infrastructure

Regulatory Understanding

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

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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.

Responsibilities

• 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 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

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required
• 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 surrounding states, including work under NYSDEC, PADEP, VTANR, USACE, FERC, and other agencies
• 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 on large civil works projects
• Able to supervise and direct junior staff

About GEI

GEI is an employee-owned, employee-focused company with a flat leadership structure. We are committed to employee growth, career development opportunities, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements, and more. Our culture is driven by the 4 Cs – Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – supporting our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Learn more on GEI’s career site.

Total Rewards

• 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
• Commuter benefits, hybrid work schedules, and cell phone stipend
• GEI University (GEIU) with continuing education assistance and tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities and advancement focus
• Support for professional dues and licenses, paid holidays, and generous PTO
• GEI-funded profit sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to become an owner and shareholder
• Vibrant culture focused on partnership, sustainability, giving back to communities, and DEI

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.