Senior Hydraulics Lead — Dams & Levees

Geosyntec Consultants; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Well-being programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

An engineering consulting firm is seeking a Hydraulics Practice Lead for their expanding operations in the U.S. This role offers the chance to lead a specialized group focused on dams and levees, engaging in complex projects including flood modeling and hydraulic structure evaluations. The position emphasizes technical leadership and demands extensive experience in engineering consulting. Candidates should preferably hold advanced degrees and show expertise in hydraulic modeling tools, while enjoying the benefits of competitive compensation and potential hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of direct engineering consulting experience in water resource projects.
• Professional registration (P.E.).
• Experience with project management and business development.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to grow hydraulic engineering practice.
• Manage multiple concurrent project assignments.
• Inspect existing hydraulic structures and conduct safety reviews.

Skills

Leadership skills

Detail orientation

Hydrologic studies

Exceptional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in water resources or environmental engineering

Advanced degrees in related fields

Tools

HEC-RAS (1-D and 2-D)

HEC-LifeSim

HEC-FIA

CFD models (3-D)

Job description

An engineering consulting firm is seeking a Hydraulics Practice Lead for their expanding operations in the U.S. This role offers the chance to lead a specialized group focused on dams and levees, engaging in complex projects including flood modeling and hydraulic structure evaluations. The position emphasizes technical leadership and demands extensive experience in engineering consulting. Candidates should preferably hold advanced degrees and show expertise in hydraulic modeling tools, while enjoying the benefits of competitive compensation and potential hybrid work arrangements.