Senior Hydraulic Structures Practice Lead

Geosyntec Consultants; Davis (CA); Hybrid; USD 149,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants seeks a Structural Practice Lead - Hydraulic Structures to drive the dam hydraulics practice across multiple US locations, including Davis, CA. The role combines technical leadership with regional business development, client relations, and mentoring of engineers.

Hybrid or potential remote work is possible, with travel across projects and sites. The position requires a Civil Engineering bachelor’s, PE/SE registration, and 10+ years in dam engineering, with a preference for

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of dam engineering experience or equivalent.
• PE or SE registration required; advanced degree preferred.
• Willingness to travel for site visits and client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional business development for Dams and Hydraulic Structures.
• Establish and grow relationships with clients and teaming partners.
• Provide technical leadership on dam safety, rehabilitation, and hydraulics projects.
• Mentor staff and recruit to grow the firm’s dam engineering capabilities.
• Ensure projects meet technical, schedule, budget, and safety goals.

Skills

Dam engineering

Project leadership

Business development

Team leadership

Travel/fieldwork

Client relations

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Professional license (PE/SE)

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants seeks a Structural Practice Lead - Hydraulic Structures to drive the dam hydraulics practice across multiple US locations, including Davis, CA. The role combines technical leadership with regional business development, client relations, and mentoring of engineers.

Hybrid or potential remote work is possible, with travel across projects and sites. The position requires a Civil Engineering bachelor’s, PE/SE registration, and 10+ years in dam engineering, with a preference for